Mandley Park – man in gym vest sparks massive Salford police response – Manchester Evening News ByHelena VestyNHS, social care and patients reporterAmy WalkerCourt reporterStephen ToppingGreta SimpsonUpdated15:47, 20 MAR 2026Bookmark A man with his hands on his head at Mandley Park (Image: X)Police swarmed a Salford estate and park after a man was seen wearing a gym vest in a 'false alarm'. A massive police response was seen in attendance in Higher Broughton today (March 20) with a huge presence at Mandley Park. Footage shared with the Manchester Evening News showed a large number of police vehicles in attendance with snipers also pictured at the scene. A helicopter was also seen circling above the area. The man at the centre of the incident could be seen wearing a vest. He was filmed on the ground in Mandley Park, and with his hands on his head. Police later confirmed the man was wearing a weighted gym vest. There is no threat to the community.
Published: March 20, 2026 3:47 pm
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