An abandoned car police believe may be linked to crime has been towed away in Oldham today.

Greater Manchester Police officers descended on Brown Street, in the St Mary's area of Oldham, after a damaged car was reportedly deserted on the road.

PCSO Andy Bigland led the authority's response in recovering the vehicle.

A spokesperson for the force said: "Today, St Mary's/Prevention Hub PCSO Andy Bigland attended an abandoned vehicle on Brown Street, Oldham.

"The vehicle had a considerable amount of damage with links to being involved in crime.

"The vehicle has now been recovered."