Three arrests at Manchester Airport as police issue statement

NewsUK NewsManchester AirportThey were arrested as part of an ongoing investigation12:37, 06 Aug 2026Greater Manchester Police have issued a statement as three people were arrested at Manchester Airport.‌On Thursday (August 5) morning, three people were arrested as part of an ongoing investigation into the suspected theft of duty-free goods.‌Officers said they have identified a pattern of individuals both stealing duty-free items and purchasing duty-free goods and then leaving the airport without boarding a flight.‌Click here to get the biggest stories straight to your inbox in our Daily NewsletterThe force went onto add that initial enquiries suggest this activity may have been taking place over a significant period of time.The official statement reads: "Manchester Airport and Greater Man