Attacks on Gay Village adult store 'cannot continue,' police vow as fresh investigation launched after FIFTH attack

Police have said attacks on a Gay Village adult store 'cannot continue' after thugs targeted the shop for the FIFTH time.

Officers were called to Clonezone on Sackville Street on Sunday (September 10) at approximately 2pm. A masked offender attempted to break the steel panels guarding the shopfront before throwing an object at the doors and security equipment, causing around £3,500 of pounds worth of damage, according to Greater Manchester Police.

It comes after a spate of attacks in March, April, and May. Speaking to the M.E.N earlier, Clonezone manager Richard Tropez said the incident was 'absolutely terrifying' for the staff inside.

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Two men approached the shop on a bike and attempted to smash the windows before throwing an object at them, officers say.

They believe the bike used in this attack is the same bike used in a similar incident in May, and are asking the public for help in tracing the vehicle.

Chief Inspector Steve Wiggins of GMP’s City Centre Neighbourhood Team, said all five attacks had 'showcased the same style of offending' and vowed the force are doing 'everything in their power' to investigate the incidents and protect the business.

“So far, we have arrested a person but we know that there is someone out there who knows where this bike is and who it belongs to and we are urging them to reach out to us," Chief Insp Wiggins said.

“We appreciate that the images in the CCTV image are not of the best quality, but we are releasing them in the hope that someone was able to witness this attack and can come forwards with information.

“The attacks are very specific, with all five attacks showcasing the same style of