News - 2020
CCTV released in fail to stop investigation
January 02, 2020
Officers have released CCTV footage as part of their investigation into a fail to stop collision in St Annes in December.
Man jailed for serious injury collision
January 06, 2020
Ian Watson’s Ford Fiesta lost control on a bend and was on the wrong side of the road when it collided with a Vauxhall Corsa travelling in the opposite direction.
UPDATE: Appeal following assault on homeless man
January 08, 2020
Further to our earlier appeal about an assault on a homeless man in Blackburn on 5 January, a second arrest has now been made.
Investigation into school incident continues
January 10, 2020
Fortunately, the injuries were only minor
Motorcyclist injured in Burnley collision
January 11, 2020
We were called at 9:10pm to reports of a collision involving a Peugeot 308 car and a motorcycle on Colne Road near to the junction of Bright Street.
UPDATE: Attempted robbery in Colne
January 14, 2020
Detectives have arrested a man as part of a robbery investigation in Colne.
Appeal following collision in Tarleton
January 14, 2020
We are appealing for witnesses following a collision in Tarleton.
It happened at around 2:30pm on Friday (10 January) on Bank Bridge and involved a Renault Kangoo and a Ford Transit.
Witnesses sought following Blackpool stabbing
January 14, 2020
We are trying to trace witnesses who saw a man on Hornby Road in Blackpool following the stabbing of a woman in Blackpool.
Appeal after report man was seen entering the sea
January 14, 2020
We are appealing for help in locating a potential witness following reports a man was seen to enter the sea in Blackpool.
We were called at around 11:30pm on Saturday (11 January) by a concerned member of the public who saw a man enter the sea close to the St Chad’s Road area of Blackpool.
Warning over 'ecstasy' tablets
January 14, 2020
A small number of people have become ill after taking the tablets
Crackdown on OCGs continues
January 15, 2020
And the police are warning that they will not tolerate this criminality and are asking for the public’s help.
Concern for missing man
January 16, 2020
He is described as white male, approx 6'2", medium build, with short light brown hair.
Appeal after collision
January 17, 2020
An 80-year-old male pedestrian was struck by a vehicle and suffered serious leg injuries.
Murder inquiry underway after stabbing - man arrested
January 19, 2020
Sadly a man was pronounced dead at the scene.
Murder inquiry continues
January 20, 2020
We are appealing for any witnesses or anyone who may have information to get in touch.
Wanted prison absconder
January 23, 2020
Daniel Milburn, 35, formerly of Gloucestershire, is wanted for absconding from HMP Kirkham yesterday (22 January).
UPDATE: Assault on Cleaver Street, Burnley
January 26, 2020
A man has been charged with attempted murder following a stabbing in Burnley on Friday night.
Investigation underway following three serious incidents in Preston
January 26, 2020
An investigation is underway following three serious incidents in Preston this afternoon (Sunday 26 January).
UPDATE: Woman charged in Alison McBlaine murder investigation
January 27, 2020
Karis Poynton, 27, of Whalley Road, Clayton-le-Moors, has also been charged with the attempted murder of a 26-year-old man. She is due to appear at Blackburn Magistrates Court tomorrow (Tuesday).
Couple attacked in own home
January 28, 2020
Police were called to the address on Marlborough Road in Accrington
Wanted Lancaster man
January 29, 2020
Police want to speak to 35 year old Sean Corless from Lancaster in connection with alleged offences of kidnap and threats to kill relating to an incident on 20th January.
Man charged after stabbing
January 31, 2020
We were called at around 3:20am today (Thursday 30 January) to reports of the incident on Queen Street.
Appeal to trace missing man
February 03, 2020
Shaun, 48, was last seen at Mariner's Way in Preston this morning
New safe places to bin unwanted knives
February 03, 2020
Knife bins are being installed across Lancashire to give people a safe place to dispose of unwanted knives and sharp items.
Appeal and tribute following fatal collision
February 03, 2020
He can now be named as Umran Hussain Sodagar, 40, who was from Accrington.
Lancashire Constabulary rated as ‘outstanding for efficiency’ by Inspectorate
February 07, 2020
We have been rated as outstanding for efficiency following an inspection.
Man charged with murder
February 14, 2020
Joshua Titterington, 26, of Scotland Bank Terrace, Blackburn has been charged
Witnesses sought following serious collision in Preston
February 15, 2020
We were called at 00:24 hours on Saturday 15 February to Tag Lane at the junction with Mayfield Avenue. The collision involved a Vauxhall Astra and a Citroen C1.
Update following M6 closure
February 16, 2020
We were called by Cumbria Police at 5:35 hours today (16 February) after a vehicle failed to stop for their officers. The vehicle later entered the M6 in Lancashire and travelled the wrong way down the northbound carriageway.
UPDATE: Investigation underway after man dies in Oswaldtwistle
February 17, 2020
A man has been charged in connection with a murder investigation in Oswaldtwistle.
Nathan Scott Williams, 30, of Mount Pleasant Rd, Oswaldtwistle appeared before Blackburn Magistrates' Court this morning (17 February).
Appeal to trace wanted Blackburn man
February 20, 2020
Mohammed Rehan Awan, also known as Ronnie, is wanted by police in connection with an aggravated burglary on Devon Road, Blackburn on January 29.
Appeal after two robberies at Fleetwood shop
February 21, 2020
We are appealing for information following two robberies at a shop in Fleetwood in the last week.
Both took place at the Spar on Blakiston Street.
Gang jailed for 29 years after major thefts across Lancashire
February 21, 2020
Six members of an organised crime group, which operated mainly in north Lancashire and south Cumbria, appeared at Preston Crown Court this week (February 20th and 21st) to be sentenced for the parts they each played in a series of thefts carried out between April and September 2018.
Two more arrested in death probe
February 25, 2020
Police launched an inquiry after attending an address on Fir Trees Avenue, in the Grange area of the city
Appeal after large scale fight between football fans
February 26, 2020
We need to speak to these men after a large-scale fight between Burnley FC and Newcastle United fans at a pub in December.
It happened on Saturday 14th December, at around 4:25pm at the Turf Hotel on Yorkshire Street, Burnley.
Dash cam appeal after a 10 man fight in Brierfield
April 02, 2020
We are appealing for information and dash cam footage after two men were injured following a 10 man fight in Burnley Road, Brierfield.
Former police officer sentenced for misconduct
April 06, 2020
Stuart Lunt, who worked as a Detective Constable in South division, pleaded guilty to Misconduct in a Public Office in February
UPDATE: Appeal after food contaminated
April 08, 2020
Following our earlier appeal for information about food contamination in a Morecambe supermarket we have arrested two people.
Police reminder to ‘Stay Home and Save Lives’ as Easter approaches
April 09, 2020
We are reminding people ahead of the Easter weekend of the importance of staying at home to save lives and protect the NHS.
Tribute after Kirkham death
April 14, 2020
Lee Walker, 47, was found at an address on Chestnut Close in the town
Appeal for information following Fleetwood crime spree
April 17, 2020
We are appealing for information following a series of public order and criminal damage incidents in Fleetwood.
Roof of children’s hospice shop damaged in break-in
April 17, 2020
We are appealing for information after a Derian House charity shop was broken into in Chorley.
Seeing stalking clearly - National Stalking Awareness Week
April 23, 2020
Lancashire Police is marking National Stalking Awareness Week (Monday 20th April until Friday 24th April 2020) by encouraging people who are being stalked to continue to report incidents of stalking to them.
Eight charged as part of trafficking investigation
April 24, 2020
Lancashire Constabulary is committed to investigating human trafficking and modern slavery
Death of woman no longer unexplained
April 24, 2020
Three people arrested on suspicion of murder have been released without charge.
Detectives investigating rape at Blackpool
April 25, 2020
It happened at about 10.30pm on Thursday, April 23rd
Blackpool rape investigation - update
April 25, 2020
Two women we wanted to trace have come forward. We would like to thank them and everyone who has helped so far with our enquiry and we continue to appeal to anyone else who may have information which could assist.
Man charged with Blackpool rape
April 25, 2020
David Dara, 28, of no fixed address, is charged with rape and will appear before magistrates in the town on Monday
Appeal to find missing man
April 26, 2020
Daniel Gillespie is described as white, slim, 5ft 7ins, light brown short hair.
High value electronic equipment stolen from Currys PC World
April 29, 2020
We are appealing for information after thousands of pounds worth of electronic equipment was stolen from Currys PC World in Ribbleton.
Missing teenager found
April 30, 2020
The 15-year-old girl missing from Darwen but believed to be in Preston has been found.
Wanted Preston man found
May 01, 2020
Ian Fairley, 31, from Preston who was wanted in connection with a knifepoint robbery has been found and arrested.
Home Secretary Praises Our Latest Police Recruits
May 01, 2020
Home Secretary Priti Patel paid a virtual visit to the Constabulary this week to meet some of our newest police recruits as we exceed our recruitment target.
A man has been jailed for coughing at a police officer while claiming they had Coronavirus
May 05, 2020
Christopher Plumb, 54, of no fixed address, was arrested on Saturday (May 2nd)
Man charged in connection with burglary at Blackburn pharmacy
May 06, 2020
A man is due to appear before Blackburn Magistrates' Court this morning charged with burglary.
Missing Accrington teenager found safe
May 06, 2020
The 14-year-old who went missing from Accrington last night has been found safe and well.
Man sentenced for manslaughter
May 07, 2020
Conor Clarkson, 26, of West Park Drive, was sentenced at Preston Crown Court
UPDATE: Appeal after collision
May 08, 2020
A man has sadly died today (Friday, May 8) following a collision in Preston.
Investigation after drugs and drone find
May 11, 2020
Officers were on patrol near the perimeter of HMP Wymott
Warning after bogus official targets pensioner
May 12, 2020
The woman, aged in her 90s. was approached in the Ashton area of the city
Dash cam appeal after collision between bicycle and van in Chorley
May 13, 2020
A man suffered serious injuries after the collision on New Lane, Anderton
Found: Woman missing from Royal Preston Hospital.
May 14, 2020
The 45-year-old who went missing this morning from Royal Preston Hospital is now back at the hospital.
Advice on doorstep crime following two arrests
May 14, 2020
We are offering advice on how people can protect themselves after two men were arrested in connection with a burglary at an elderly woman’s home in Blackburn.
Teenagers arrested following Darwen moorland fire
May 14, 2020
Officers investigating a fire near Darwen Tower have arrested three teenagers and interviewed a fourth boy in connection with the incident.
Men arrested in investigation into shooting of Blackburn woman
May 18, 2020
Detectives investigating the death of Aya Hachem, 19, from Blackburn have made three arrests on suspicion of murder.
Appeal for information following death of woman in Blackburn
May 19, 2020
Any information or footage can be sent in to us via the major incident portal here.
Murder investigation continues
May 19, 2020
Aya Hachem, 19, was shot in broad daylight on Sunday (May 17th) as she was out shopping
Further arrests in Aya Hachem murder investigation
May 20, 2020
Police launched a major investigation after Aya, 19, was shot in broad daylight on Sunday (May 17th) as she was out shopping
Man charged after shooting at caravan site
May 20, 2020
Police were called to Longsight Road, Clayton le Dale, just after 9pm on May 14th, to reports a man had been shot with an air rifle.
Man from Oswaldtwistle charged with arson
May 21, 2020
An investigation was launched after a fire at a terraced house on Queens Street
Police given more time to question men in Blackburn murder enquiry
May 21, 2020
Police launched a major investigation after Aya, 19, was shot in broad daylight on Sunday
Witness and dash cam appeal after 14-year-old boy attacked
May 21, 2020
We are investigating after a report that a group of 10 youths attacked the boy while he was out on his bike in Garstang.
Appeal launched after fatal Forton collision
May 22, 2020
We were called around 2.40pm yesterday (Thursday, May 21) to reports of a serious collision on Hollins Lane.
Man jailed for spitting at officer
May 22, 2020
Lee Howell, 31, was arrested around 5.45pm on Wednesday (May 20) after police were called to a report of an altercation close to Jemmet Street.
Have you seen this man wanted in connection with a Darwen haulage theft?
May 22, 2020
We are appealing for dash cam footage following the theft of £20,000 worth of horticultural goods.
Two men charged in Blackburn murder investigation
May 22, 2020
Detectives investigating the murder of Aya Hachem in Blackburn have today (Friday, May 22nd) charged two people.
Three more charged in Blackburn murder investigation
May 22, 2020
All those charged are due to appear before magistrates in Preston tomorrow
Tribute paid to man who died in Forton collision
May 23, 2020
Anthony Hindle, known as Tony, 79, from Cabus (pictured with his wife Christine), sadly died after his Suzuki motorbike was involved in a collision with a JCB Telehander on Hollins Lane in Forton on Thursday afternoon (May 21st).
Latest arrest update and dash cam appeal in Aya murder investigation
May 23, 2020
Detectives investigating the murder of Aya Hachem, 19, in Blackburn have been given extra time to question a man arrested on Thursday. He was the twelfth person to be arrested out of a total of 14.
Sixth person charged in Aya murder investigation
May 24, 2020
Following consultation with the Crown Prosecution Srvice (CPS), Ayaz Hussain, 34, of, Calgary Avenue, Blackburn has been charged with Aya’s murder and the attempted murder of who officers think was the intended target of the shooting which sadly killed her.
Further update on Nelson murder inquiry
May 24, 2020
Detectives have charged a man with murder in relation to the death of Thomas Walker, 65 (pictured), from Nelson.
Indecent assault at Blackpool
May 26, 2020
The incident happened at about 10.25pm yesterday (Monday, May 25th)
Man's death ruled as accident
May 27, 2020
An inquest into the death of a Blackpool man whose body was recovered from the sea close to Barrow-in-Furness has concluded.
Jason Goldrick, 50, of Park Road, went missing from Blackpool Victoria Hospital around 11.30pm on November 1.
Investigation launched following sexual assault in Burnley
May 27, 2020
At around 4pm yesterday (Tuesday, May 26th) the victim had been walking along the canal path from Westgate, and was entering the steps adjacent to Cooper Street, when she was approached from behind by a male. He subjected her to a violent assault before touching her inappropriately.
Witness appeal after collision
May 27, 2020
We are appealing for witnesses following a serious collision in Osbaldeston today (Wednesday, May 27).
Police were called around 2.50am to a report of a collision in Longsite Road.
Man dies after motorway collision
May 27, 2020
We are appealing for witnesses after a man died following a motorway collision.
Police were called around 5.20pm yesterday (Tuesday, May 26) to reports of an accident at Junction 35 of the M6.
Fifteenth person arrested in Aya Hachem murder investigation
May 27, 2020
The 33-year-old woman from Bolton was detained in the area this afternoon on suspicion of Aya’s murder and the attempted murder of who police believe was the intended target of the shooting which killed her.
Appeal to identify man
May 28, 2020
Police were called by the Ambulance Service around 8.40pm on May 22
Man arrested after sexual assault
May 28, 2020
Police launched an investigation after the incident which happened at about 10.25pm on Monday
Investigation continues into sexual assault - man arrested
May 28, 2020
Officers today stressed that their enquiries were on-going
Man dies in motorcycle crash - appeal for witnesses
May 31, 2020
The incident happened at 4pm yesterday
Man dies after boat sinks off Fleetwood
May 31, 2020
Emergency services were called at shortly before 8am
Man jailed for sex offences
June 01, 2020
A man who committed a number of historical sex offences has today (Monday, June 1) been jailed for 11 years.
Richard McAdam, of Rixton Grove, Thornton, was sentenced at Preston Crown Court for offences against two girls in Blackpool.
Tribute paid to motorcyclist who died in collision in Cockerham
June 01, 2020
The rider, who has since been named as Paul Philip Hardcastle, sadly died at the scene.
His family, who are now being supported by specially-trained officers, have paid tribute to a 'loving father and grandfather'.
WARNING: "Take care and be responsible around open water"
June 02, 2020
Lancashire Police are warning people to take care and be responsible around open water after the recent hot weather and as Summer approaches.
UPDATE: Wanted man located
June 02, 2020
Following our earlier appeal, we have now located a man wanted in relation to an assault in Preston
Witnesses sought following fatal collision in Altcar
June 03, 2020
We were called at around 8.10pm last night (Tuesday, June 2nd) to Causeway Lane, to reports a Ford Transit Tipper had been involved in a collision with a cyclist, who it is believed was travelling in the opposite direction at the time.
Emergency services attended but sadly the cyclist, a man aged in his 50s, was pronounced dead at Aintree Hospital a short time later.
Lancashire and all UK police stand with those appalled by George Floyd death
June 03, 2020
UK police leaders have come together and published a statement about George Floyd’s death.
More arrests in Aya murder inquiry
June 03, 2020
Three more people have been arrested in the investigation in to the murder of Aya Hachem, 19, in Blackburn.
Vehicle seized after owner posts 160mph speeding video on Facebook
June 03, 2020
The Mercedes A35 AMG was intercepted by officers investigating the incident when it activated the automated number plate recognition technology.
Murder investigation underway after death of woman
June 03, 2020
Detectives have launched a murder investigation following the death of a woman in Nelson.
Around 11am today (Wednesday, June 3) emergency services attended an address in Victory Close where a woman was found unresponsive with head injuries. She was sadly pronounced dead at the scene.
UPDATE: Man charged with murder following death of Mandy Houghton in Nelson
June 04, 2020
Alan Fare, 72, of Victory Close, Nelson, was charged following consultation with the Crown Prosecution Service and is due to appear at Preston Magistrates' Court tomorrow (Friday) morning.
Missing Maira from Nottingham found
June 04, 2020
Missing Maira Rehan-Rauf, 23, from Nottingham but believed to be in Blackburn has been found. Thanks for sharing our appeal.
Family pay tribute to cyclist who died after Altcar collision
June 04, 2020
Greame Rooney, a police officer in Merseyside, sadly died after being involved in a collision with a van on Tuesday.
Have you seen wanted man Richard Shacklady?
June 05, 2020
We are sending out a fresh appeal to locate Shacklady in relation to a shooting in February where a shotgun was fired outside an address in Skelmersdale.
UPDATE: Further arrest made as part of Aya Hachem murder investigation
June 07, 2020
The man, aged 32 and from Manchester, was arrested yesterday (Saturday, June 6th) in London on suspicion of murder and attempted murder. He remains in police custody.
Have you seen missing Andrew Harris, from Langho?
June 07, 2020
Andrew, 39, has not been seen or heard from since 1pm yesterday (Saturday, June 6th). He was last seen in the Langho area.
Man jailed after fatal house fire
June 08, 2020
Carl Salt, 45, of Burnley Road, Colne, was handed an extended determinate sentence of 14 years at Preston Crown Court.
Seventh person charged in Aya Hachem murder investigation
June 08, 2020
Following consultation with the Crown Prosecution Service, Zamir Raja, 32, of no fixed address, has now been charged with the murder of Aya and the attempted murder of the person believed to be the intended target of the shooting in Blackburn last month.
Speeding clampdown results: 120 cars seized and 142 people fined or summoned to court
June 10, 2020
‘Operation Mantaray’ ran throughout May targeting every area of Lancashire, with officers stopping motorists flouting the speed limit as well as those committing other driving offences such as driving without insurance.
UPDATE: Investigation launched after death of man
June 10, 2020
A post mortem examination has revealed that the man, found at an address on Talbot Road, Blackpool, died of natural causes and so his death is no longer being treated as suspicious.
Man wanted in connection with an assault while out of prison on licence.
June 12, 2020
Can you help us locate 37-year-old Adam Yusif Bhamji from Bamber Bridge who is wanted on recall to prison after it is suspected he has breached the terms of his release.
Wanted man
June 12, 2020
We want to speak to Reece Cartledge in connection with a number of domestic violence offences,
Wanted man from Oldham found
June 12, 2020
Yesterday, we put out an appeal for wanted man Brian Threadgale, 33, from Oldham. He was arrested in the town this morning.
Witnesses sought after Cleveleys collision
June 14, 2020
A woman is in a serious condition following a collision on North Drive, Cleveleys yesterday (Saturday, June 13th).
Appeal after women racially abused
June 15, 2020
The women, aged 53 and 18 from Blackburn, were going for a walk near to Brockholes nature reserve
UPDATE: Have you seen this man?
June 15, 2020
Yesterday we put out an appeal for help locating Ben Brindle, 26, from Preston, in relation to an assault at the Lane Ends pub on Blackpool Road, in December last year.
Woman jailed after causing death of pedestrian
June 16, 2020
Emily Rogers, 20, was over the drink drive limit
Updated: Wanted Garstang man found
June 17, 2020
Kenneth Dickson, 27, from Garstang, who was wanted since June 8th for breaching his sex offender notification requirements has been found.
Appeal after petrol bombs thrown at apartments in Padiham
June 17, 2020
We were called at around 1.10am yesterday (Tuesday, June 16th) to reports of a fire at an apartment at Riverside Mill, Lune Street.
Two men approached the building and deliberately attempted to smash a window, before throwing two petrol bomb-type devices at it.
Have you seen this wanted man hiding out by the canal?
June 17, 2020
Mohammed Rehan Awan, who goes by the name Ronnie, is believed to be using the canal paths, to get around East Lancashire, in order to avoid detection.
Two charged in connection with sexual assault investigation
June 18, 2020
Police launched an investigation in 2019
A 22-year-old missing from Clayton-le-Moors has been found
June 18, 2020
The man, who was reported missing from Clayton-le-Moors yesterday, has been found safe and well and returned to his home address.
UPDATE: Concern for missing man
June 19, 2020
A man who went missing from hospital today (Friday, June 19) has been found.
Michael Whitaker, 57, from Nelson, was seen leaving Royal Blackburn Hospital around 8.10am and walking on Old Bank Lane towards Shadsworth.
Have you seen this wanted man who failed to appear at court?
June 19, 2020
Mohammed Saleem Khan, 47, is wanted after failing to appear at Preston Crown Court where he was given 66 months for conspiring/ handling stolen goods (receiving).
Man injured after falling on bus in Preston
June 22, 2020
The incident occurred at around 1.10pm on Thursday (June 18th), when the man was on the number 9 bus on New Hall Lane, travelling in the direction of Preston city centre.
Man jailed for Lancaster murder
June 22, 2020
Connor Reece, 24, of West Road, Lancaster, was sentenced to life in prison with a minimum term of 21 years at Preston Crown Court after stabbing Lee Farrington last year.
Appeal following collision in Accrington
June 22, 2020
It happened on Friday (June 19th) at around 5:10pm at the junction of Burnley Road and Wedgewood Road, when a Vauxhall Astra has collided with a Yahama motorbike as it was turning onto Burnley Road.
UPDATE: Banner flown over Etihad stadium - a statement
June 23, 2020
Following last night's incident where a banner was flown over The Etihad Stadium in Manchester at the Manchester City vs Burnley FC match we have issued an updated statement.
UPDATE: Concern for missing Emily
June 23, 2020
A teenage girl missing from Preston has been found.
Emily Bannister, 18, was last seen in the Brindle Road area of the city at 10.15pm yesterday (June 22).
She was found earlier today (Tuesday, June 23).
Woman summoned to appear at court
June 23, 2020
A woman has been summoned to appear at court after an incident outside a school in Upholland where several children were injured.
UPDATE: Appeal to find missing man
June 24, 2020
A man who went missing from Poulton-le-Fylde has been found.
Jaymie Kelshaw, 30, was last seen in the Carr Road area of the town at 8.30pm on Monday (June 22).
He was found safe and well yesterday (June 23).
Appeal for information after Preston assault
June 24, 2020
It was reported to us that sometime between 8pm and 8.30pm on Friday, June 12th a group of young men – three on foot and two in a car - had been seen interacting on the corner of Muncaster Road and Lovat Road, before one of the men in the car, described as young and Asian, was pulled from the vehicle and assaulted.
CCTV appeal in Accrington assault investigation
June 24, 2020
Do you recognise these men (pictured)? We need to speak to them following an assault in Accrington in March.
UPDATE: Investigation underway in Fleetwood
June 25, 2020
Detectives investigating the death of a man in Fleetwood have today (Thursday, June 25) charged a man with murder.
Investigation into threatening letters sent to post offices
June 25, 2020
Detectives are investigating a number of threatening letters received by post offices in the East Lancashire area. The letters, which contain racist content, were received yesterday (Wednesday, June 24th) at post offices in Burnley and elsewhere.
Arson investigation in Blackpool
June 25, 2020
Police were called around 5.05am by Lancashire Fire and Rescue to reports of an incident in Alfred Street.
Anti social behaviour at Lytham
June 25, 2020
We will continue to engage with people and will take a proportionate policing approach
£20,000 cash seized in Blackburn drugs raids
June 25, 2020
Police attended and executed warrants at two properties after intelligence suggested a number of individuals may be dealing drugs from within the premises.
UPDATE: Appeal after cyclist dies in collision
June 26, 2020
The family of a man who died following a collision have paid tribute to him.
Christopher Lees (pictured), 53, of Wrea Green, was riding along Garstang Road at Pilling on Thursday (June 25) when for an unknown reason he left the road. He sadly died a short time later.
Eighteen people charged in drugs supply investigation
June 26, 2020
A number of people have been charged as part of a drugs operation aimed at tackling illegal drug supply in the North West of England.
Economic Crime Unit seize two high value cars
June 26, 2020
A Range Rover Sport SVR V8 was amongst items seized from an address in Lytham, after officers executed a search warrant in connection with fraud and money laundering.
UPDATE: Have you seen this missing man?
June 29, 2020
Missing Ashley Carlton, 37, has now been located safe and well in the Preston area.
Witness appeal after woman sexually assaulted
June 29, 2020
Detectives are appealing for witnesses after a woman was sexually assaulted in Nelson.
Appeal after woman forced into van
June 30, 2020
We are appealing for witnesses as part of an investigation into a woman being dragged into a van in Lancaster.
UPDATE: Appeal after fatal motorway collision
July 01, 2020
The family of a woman who died following a collision on the M61 have paid tribute to her.
Man jailed for ten years for burglary
July 01, 2020
These were despicable crimes deliberately targeting the elderly.
UPDATE: Appeal after van containing hazardous material is stolen
July 02, 2020
A van stolen from an address in Darwen has been recovered in Greater Manchester.
On Saturday (June 27) we appealed for information about a Ford Transit van containing hazardous materials was stolen from the Elswick Street area on June 22.
Police prepare for reopening of bars and pubs
July 02, 2020
A significant policing operation is in place for the weekend as officers prepare for the reopening of pubs and bars in Lancashire.
New initiative aims to get Lancashire Talking
July 02, 2020
Lancashire Constabulary is launching a new initiative to get the county talking about how it can improve its services.
Man wanted after stabbing
July 02, 2020
As part of their enquiries officers want to speak to Lyndsey Harkan
APPEAL: Man wanted after needle threat
July 02, 2020
Police in Blackpool have issued CCTV images of a man wanted in connection with a number of offences. Officers want to speak to Heathcliffe Griffiths, 49, in connection with offences of burglary, aggravated burglary, assault on an emergency worker, common assault and criminal damage.
UPDATE: Man, 29, wanted by police
July 03, 2020
A man wanted in connection with a serious sexual offence will be interviewed in due course.
Has this woman knocked on your door?
July 03, 2020
We are appealing for information after the elderly and vulnerable were targeted in a number of distraction burglaries in Rosendale.
Man sentenced after knifepoint shop robbery
July 03, 2020
A man has been jailed for a knifepoint shop robbery in Burnley.
Matthew Whittaker, 25, of no fixed address, was sentenced at Burnley Crown Court yesterday (Thursday, July 2) after the incident earlier this year.
Teenager killed in collision
July 05, 2020
The 19-year-old from Kirkham suffered multiple injuries and despite the efforts of emergency crews sadly died a short time later.
Appeal after two people injured by vehicle
July 05, 2020
The vehicle drove off from the scene and enquiries are on-going