Dannell Jammeh (aged 40) and Mark Crolla (39) both of Scotland Hall Road, Newton Heath and Martin Joyce (36) of Ashley Lane, Moston have been charged with conspiracy to possess a firearm with intent to danger life.

They have been remanded in custody and are scheduled to appear at Manchester Crown Court on Tuesday, January 12, 2021.

Joseph Hodskinson (30), of Hesford Avenue, Moston has been charged with conspiracy to possess a firearm with intent to endanger life.

He is scheduled to appear at Manchester and Salford Magistrates' Court today (Monday).

On Tuesday 15 and Thursday 17 December 2020, officers executed warrants at properties in Newton Health and the Audenshaw area, resulting in the seizure of a number of suspected firearms.

Enquiries are ongoing.