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Prolific Preston burglar jailed

Monday, September 30, 2024

A prolific burglar who preyed on elderly victims across Preston have been jailed for six years.

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Motorcyclist left seriously injured following collision in Barrow

Sunday, September 15, 2024

Our officers were called to the A59 between A671 and Holm Road following reports a rider had come off his Honda CBR 1100 and was in the carriageway.

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Man charged following burglary in Padiham

Friday, September 13, 2024

We have charged a man following a burglary in Padiham.

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Man charged following spate of burglaries across Preston City Centre

Friday, September 13, 2024

We have charged a man with a number of offences following burglaries across Preston City Centre, including businesses and student accommodation.

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Tribute paid to motorcyclist who was killed in a collision in Lathom

Friday, September 13, 2024

He was riding a motorbike which was in collision with a car on Hall Lane, Lathom, near Ormskirk, on Friday 6th September.

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Man charged following burglary in Oswaldtwistle

Thursday, September 12, 2024

We have charged a man following a burglary in Oswaldtwistle.

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Update on collision on Chain Caul Way, Preston

Thursday, September 12, 2024

At 10.55pm on Tuesday, the emergency services were called to Chain Caul Way, between Leeward Road and Nile Close, to a report of a collision.

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Arrests made following burglary in Burnley

Wednesday, September 11, 2024

We have arrested three men following a burglary at Charter Walk Shopping Centre in Burnley.

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Op Centurion officers make PWITS arrest in Bacup

Tuesday, September 10, 2024

Officers out on additional foot patrol as part of Operation Centurion have arrested a teenager on suspicion of drugs offences.

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Drugs gang jailed

Tuesday, September 10, 2024

The case follows the execution of a drug warrant last year

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Man jailed for killing for Daniel Allsop in Blackpool

Tuesday, September 10, 2024

Mali Wright was sentenced to nine years custody. Wright was also jailed for a further five and a half years for an unrelated Class A drugs supply matter

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Man jailed for life for murdering Richard Chamberlain in Colne

Monday, September 9, 2024

Sitting at Preston Crown Court this morning, Judge Robert Altham, The Recorder of Preston, told Frank Wrona he would have to serve a minimum of 16 years and 79 days before he is considered for parole.

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Appeal after man dies in collision

Saturday, September 7, 2024

If you have any information or footage which could assist please call or email

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Arrest after vehicle interference in Darwen

Friday, September 6, 2024

We have arrested a man following several vehicle interferences in Darwen.

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Large cannabis farm found in Burnley

Friday, September 6, 2024

We are investigating following the discovery of a cannabis grow in Burnley.

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Op Centurion is tackling anti-social driving across Lancashire.

Friday, September 6, 2024

The number of warnings issued to those using a vehicle in a manner causing distress, alarm or annoyance to others have almost doubled since Lancashire Constabulary added anti-social driving to Op Centurion in April.

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Burnley police help secure funding for new gate at St Andrews Church

Thursday, September 5, 2024

Officers from Burnley police and the East Division Anti-Social Behaviour Prevention and Problem-Solving Command successfully secured £1,200 in funding through LANPAC (Lancashire Partnership Against Crime) to support the installation of a new gate at a local church in Burnley.

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13 year old arrested following disorder in Rossendale

Thursday, September 5, 2024

We have arrested a teenager in connection with recent disorder in Rawtenstall Town Centre and ongoing anti-social behaviour in Bacup Town Centre.

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Man jailed for indecent images

Thursday, September 5, 2024

He appeared for sentence this week and was jailed for 18 months

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Man charged following thefts in Accrington

Wednesday, September 4, 2024

We have charged a man after two incidents of theft in Accrington.

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Police issue guidance ahead of Radio 2 In The Park

Wednesday, September 4, 2024

Police officers will be providing a high-visibility presence for the up-coming Radio 2 In The Park Festival which will be taking place in Preston's Moor Park this week. 

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16 vehicles seized in Blackburn in Road Ready Revamp operation

Monday, September 2, 2024

Blackburn Neighbourhood Police, in collaboration with several partner agencies, conducted a day of action addressing community concerns about abandoned and illegal vehicles.

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Appeal following serious collision in Hoghton

Sunday, September 1, 2024

The motorbike rider, a man in his 60s, suffered a number of injuries. He remains in hospital in a serious but stable condition.

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Four arrested during East Lancashire Derby

Saturday, August 31, 2024

We are aware of other offences committed inside and outside of the stadium. We will be reviewing evidence, including all footage available, and working with both clubs to identify those involved. They should expect to be arrested and/or receive Football Banning Orders.