A man with known connections to Bury has been arrested in Lancashire after escaping from custody while being treated in hospital, Greater Manchester Police (GMP) has confirmed.
Recapture following multi-force search
The individual, identified by police as 20-year-old Marwan Jumaa, was receiving medical attention at North Manchester Hospital when he absconded. GMP issued appeals for information on Wednesday and Thursday after sightings were reported in Radcliffe.
Following enquiries involving substantial resources, Lancashire Constabulary officers located and arrested Jumaa. GMP said he will be returned to a secure hospital facility.
"This has been a fast-paced investigation which has involved a significant number of officers and resources from Greater Manchester Police,"
Detective Superintendent Nicola McCulloch of GMP's Serious Crime Division paid tribute to officers and members of the public who assisted. She added that an observant Lancashire officer recognised Jumaa and acted promptly to secure his arrest.
Public appeals and safety advice
GMP had warned the public not to approach Jumaa and asked anyone with information or sightings to contact police. Call-handlers received numerous tip-offs, the force said, which aided the inquiry.
- Subject: Marwan Jumaa, aged 20
- Last known custody location: North Manchester Hospital
- Areas linked: Bury, Prestwich, Crumpsall, Leeds and London
Context and local impact
Escapes from custody while receiving medical care raise serious questions about how detained patients are supervised and escorted. The incident prompted a coordinated response across force boundaries and drew on public assistance, underlining the role of community vigilance in such cases.
Police statements indicate that Jumaa was serving a custodial sentence for assault at the time of his escape. Authorities stressed that members of the public should not try to detain or approach anyone wanted by police, and should instead report sightings through official channels.
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Age | 20 |
| Custodial offence | Assault (serving sentence) |
| Arresting force | Lancashire Constabulary |
Investigations are ongoing and GMP indicated Jumaa will be placed back under secure medical detention. Local residents in Bury and neighbouring areas may expect further updates from police as enquiries continue.
If you have information relevant to this case, contact Greater Manchester Police via their non-emergency number or through official online reporting channels.
Ethan Green, Bury Correspondent
