News - October
Assault investigation underway in Preston
October 03, 2019
We have been made aware that a video of the incident is in circulation on social media. We would encourage people not to share this video out of respect and consideration for the victim.
UPDATE: Appeal after incidents in Blackpool park
October 04, 2019
Detectives have arrested a man in connection with an indecent exposure offence in Blackpool.
FOUND: Missing Blackburn teen
October 04, 2019
The 19 year old man missing from home in Blackburn has been found safe and well this morning (4 October).
Appeal after motorbike rider injured in Freckleton
October 04, 2019
We were called at 11:45 hours on Thursday (3 October) to reports of the collision on Preston New Road. It involved a Vauxhall Insignia and a Honda CBR 600F motorbike.
Man dies after coming off motorbike in Carnforth
October 07, 2019
Our thoughts are with the man's family and friends at this distressing time.
Appeal after Lancaster robbery
October 07, 2019
We are appealing for witnesses following a robbery in Lancaster which left a man seriously injured.
Have you seen Ryan Murrayland?
October 07, 2019
The 30 year old from Manchester is wanted for breaching his sex offender notification requirements and on recall to prison for breaching his bail conditions.
Family tribute to motorcycle rider
October 08, 2019
The family of a man who died after coming off his motorbike have paid tribute to him.
Body found in search for missing man
October 09, 2019
Police looking for a missing man have found a body.
Investigation following fatal fire in Morecambe
October 09, 2019
Emergency services were called to a report of a fire at the Gordon Working Men’s Club on Springfield Street at about 3.50pm today (Wednesday, October 9th)
Two men were rescued from the building by firefighters but sadly died a short time later.
UPDATE: Huge cannabis farm found in Darwen
October 10, 2019
Three men have been charged after the discovery of what is believed to be one of the biggest ever cannabis farms found in Lancashire.
Man charged in connection with Preston rape investigation
October 11, 2019
A man has been charged with the rape of an 18-year-old woman in Preston.
Four charged as part of county lines investigation
October 11, 2019
All four have been remanded in custody
Concern for missing Preston woman
October 12, 2019
Brenda was last seen in the Marl Hill Crescent area of Preston at around 2am on Friday 11th October.
Body found on beach at Blackpool
October 12, 2019
Emergency services attended the scene and enquiries are ongoing to identify the man.
FOUND: Concern for missing teen
October 13, 2019
The 19 year old who was missing from home in Heysham has been found safe and well.
Investigation underway in Burnley
October 13, 2019
We were called at shortly after 9pm to reports shots had been fired at a property on Colne Road.
Lancashire Police cyber volunteers shortlisted for prestigious award
October 14, 2019
The force’s 20 Cyber Volunteers have been nominated for a Lord Ferrers Award, which honours those who provide an outstanding contribution to policing through volunteer work.
In the 18 months since the team was set up, the Cyber Volunteers have delivered online safety training to 17,000 people across Lancashire.
The awards ceremony will be held tomorrow (Tuesday) in London.
Detectives probe firearms discharge in Burnley
October 14, 2019
Police were called at shortly after 9pm yesterday (Sunday, October13th)
Appeal after collision in Blackburn
October 14, 2019
It happened around 3pm yesterday (13 October) when a Ford Fiesta being pursued by a police car, left the carriageway. It collided with the corner of a building on Bennington Street at the junction of Dickens Street.
Four people seriously injured in Cliviger collision
October 14, 2019
It happened at shortly after 11:05pm last night (Sunday, October 13th) on Burnley Road at the junction with Crown Point when a Vauxhall Corsa has come off the road and travelled down a steep embankment.
Witness appeal after Blackpool robbery
October 15, 2019
It happened at 19:39hours on Saturday 12th October as the victim, a 14 year old boy, was cycling along Briarwood Drive.
APPEAL: Three people shot in Skelmersdale
October 15, 2019
Police were called to an address on Belfield at about 1.30pm today (Tuesday, October 15th) following the report that shots had been fired. Officers attended and three men aged 46, 45 and 21 were treated for gunshot wounds.
UPDATE: Family appeal for information to find missing Brenda
October 16, 2019
The family of a missing Preston woman have launched an emotional appeal to help find her.
No place for hate in Lancashire
October 16, 2019
To mark Hate Crime Awareness Week (12th – 19th October 2019) Lancashire Constabulary has partnered with Lancashire County Council, colleges and universities across Lancashire to highlight the importance of understanding what hate crime is and the impact it can have.
UPDATE: Concern for missing Lancaster man
October 17, 2019
Good news - the 50 year old man from Lancaster who was reported missing earlier this morning (Thursday, October 17) has been located safe and well.
Thank you to everyone that shared the post.
Boy seriously injured in Blackpool collision
October 17, 2019
We are appealing for information after a child was seriously injured in a collision in Blackpool.
Body found in search for missing Brenda
October 18, 2019
Our thoughts are with Brenda’s family and friends at this extremely sad and difficult time.
One year since missing Preston man was last seen
October 21, 2019
Steven Durand, 31, was reported as missing from the Hornby Avenue area of Preston on October 28 2018. Steven was last seen in Salford on 20 October last year. If you have seen or spoken to him since this time we need to hear from you.
UPDATE: Appeal after fatal collision
October 22, 2019
A woman who died following a collision in Ormskirk has been named.
Barbara Berry (pictured) from Ormskirk, suffered serious injuries and sadly died at the scene in Park Road in Thursday.
Woman seriously injured in fail to stop collision
October 24, 2019
We were called at 13:45 hours yesterday (23 October) to reports a cyclist had been involved in a collision with an articulated HGV. It happened on Longsight Road, close to the junction with Lovely Hall Lane in Salesbury.
Appeal after robbery
October 25, 2019
The offenders threatened and tied up the two female members of staff
Wanted prison absconder
October 29, 2019
Ben Fay, 28, from Rochdale, is wanted for absconding from HMP Kirkham on 27 October.
CCTV appeal following assault in Blackpool club
October 29, 2019
A man in his 30s was approached from behind and hit to the face with a bottle. He suffered a fractured jaw which required surgery and ongoing treatment.
Five charged with murder
October 30, 2019
All have been remanded to appear at Blackpool Magistrates’ Court tomorrow (Thursday, October 31).
Man jailed for assault on police officer
October 31, 2019
Paul Elliot, 46, will serve 14 years and six months and will then be released on licence for four years.
Appeal after fatal collision
October 31, 2019
The motorcycle was travelling towards Blackburn when the collision happened close to the Grey Mare pub.
Three seriously injured in Fulwood collision
November 01, 2019
A man and two teenage boys are seriously injured following a collision in Fulwood last night.
Appeal following indecent exposure in Blackpool
November 01, 2019
A woman was walking her dog in Stanley Park on 29 October when she saw a man exposing himself.
Man wanted following serious assault
November 01, 2019
Officers want to speak to Karl Sharples in connection with the attack
UPDATE: Man wanted after prison escape
January 13, 2020
Following our earlier appeal, we have now located prison absconder Christopher Kerrigan.