News - May
Man charged with murder after disappearance of Darwen woman
May 01, 2020
Detectives investigating the disappearance of a Darwen woman have charged a man with her murder.
Susan Waring, 45, went missing in January 2019 and police confirmed in March last year her disappearance was a murder investigation.
Motorcyclist who died in Morecambe collision named
May 02, 2020
A man who died following a collision in Morecambe yesterday (Saturday, May 2nd) has been named as Mark Knowler, 34, from the town. His family have paid tribute to him.
Appeal following burglary in Leyland
May 05, 2020
Detectives have launched an investigation after a burglary in Leyland.
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.
Man charged with attempted murder
May 06, 2020
Detectives investigating an attempted murder in Blackburn have charged a man.
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.
Appeal after Lancaster disorder
May 06, 2020
Detectives are appealing for witnesses and any potential footage of a collision and subsequent street brawl in Lancaster.
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.
Cyclist injured in Chorley collision
May 09, 2020
We are appealing for witnesses after a cyclist was seriously injured following a collision in Chorley today (Saturday, May 9).
Investigation after drugs and drone find
May 11, 2020
Officers were on patrol near the perimeter of HMP Wymott
CCTV appeal after Skelmersdale shooting
May 11, 2020
Detectives want to identify a number of people who could provide vital information in connection with a shooting in Skelmersdale.
UPDATE: CCTV: Can you help us identify this man?
May 12, 2020
We have now identified a man we would like to speak to following a burglary at an amusement arcade in Blackpool.
Appeal following fail-to-stop collision in Blackburn
May 12, 2020
Police were called to Preston New Road, Blackburn, just after 10pm yesterday (Monday, May 11th) following a collision involving a distinctive blue BMW M5 and a blue Hyundai i30 near to Kaspa’s Desserts.
Warning after bogus official targets pensioner
May 12, 2020
The woman, aged in her 90s. was approached in the Ashton area of the city
Clampdown on speeding drivers launched in Lancashire
May 12, 2020
With less traffic currently on the roads we have unfortunately seen an increase in vehicles traveling above the speed limit.
Over the next few weeks the force will be stepping up patrols in key hotspot areas all over the county in a bid to crackdown on those individuals flouting the rules of the road.
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.
UPDATE: Murder investigation launched following death of woman in Blackburn
May 18, 2020
Detectives are urging anyone with information to search their consciences and come forwards after a 19-year-old woman was killed in broad daylight in Blackburn yesterday (Sunday).
Emergency services attended and the woman was taken to hospital, where she was sadly pronounced dead a short time later. She has since been named as 19-year-old Aya Hachem (pictured) from Blackburn.
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
Have you seen this woman?
May 19, 2020
We are extremely concerned for the welfare of a 40-year-old woman who is missing from home in Morecambe.
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
Witnesses sought following serious collision
May 20, 2020
We are appealing for witnesses following a three-vehicle collision in Bolton by Bowland which has left a man with serious injuries.
Further arrests in Aya Hachem murder enquiry
May 20, 2020
Two more people have been arrested in relation to the death of Aya Hachem, 19, raising the total in police custody now to 13.
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)