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Concern growing for missing teenager
January 02, 2021
James, 19, left his home address in Carnforth at about 10pm on December 31st
Covid 19 - a message from the Deputy Chief Constable
January 11, 2021
Lancashire Constabulary’s Deputy Chief Constable has today reminded people that the lockdown rules are in place to save lives and stop the NHS being overwhelmed.
Detectives investigating the murder of a teenager in Preston have made a further arrest
January 12, 2021
Enquiries into the death of 16-year-old Sarmad Al-Saidi are continuing
Investigation into drugs death
January 15, 2021
Officers have today warned other drug users to be aware in case there is a strong or bad batch of drugs in circulation.
Man admits to assault following death of his brother in Lancaster
January 18, 2021
A man has admitted to assault following the death of his brother in Lancaster in September. Kieran Cuffe will be sentenced for the assault on Seamus Cuffe next month.
Man charged with murder of children
January 19, 2021
29-year-old Jordan Monaghan has also been charged with the murder of his girlfriend.
New Lancashire police chief confirmed as he outlines vision for policing
January 20, 2021
The Police and Crime Commissioner's preferred candidate as the next chief constable of Lancashire Constabulary, has been backed by the county's Police and Crime Panel.
Chris Rowley will replace current Chief Constable Andy Rhodes in the spring.
Warning: Telephone fraudsters target Lancashire's elderly residents
January 21, 2021
Officers investigating a series of courier frauds in the county have released a recording of an offender on the telephone to an elderly victim from Preston to highlight the tactics used by fraudsters.
Three men jailed after the murder of Robert Beattie while the search continues for two further suspects
January 22, 2021
Three members of a gang who doused a man in petrol and set him ablaze have been jailed for a total of almost 60 years for his murder. And today the officers investigating the murder of Robert Beattie have pledged to continue the search for two men that are still wanted in connection with the incident.
Intensive approach to tackling drugs being trialled in Blackpool
January 25, 2021
Standing for Addiction, Diversion, Disruption, Enforcement and Recovery, Project ADDER sees the police, council and health services working in partnership to address the root causes of drugs misuse and break down supply chains.
Sex offender found sleeping rough in Blackburn park jailed over horrific child abuse images
January 28, 2021
A sex offender who was found sleeping rough in a Blackburn park following three days on the run has been jailed after being convicted of possessing hundreds of horrific child abuse images. Sheldon Bateson was sentenced to 49 months.
Taxi driver assaulted and robbed
January 28, 2021
Enquiries are ongoing and police are appealing for witnesses.
Child seriously injured in collision
January 29, 2021
A 33-year-old man from Blackburn has been arrested
UPDATE: Do you know this man wanted in connection with a rape investigation?
February 05, 2021
Following our earlier appeal, wanted man Lewis Radcliffe was arrested today and is currently in custody. Thanks to everyone who shared our appeals to find him.
Tributes to pedestrian who died following collision in Burnley
February 05, 2021
Janet Collinge, was taken to Royal Preston Hospital to be treated for her injuries, following the collision in December. She sadly died this week at home in Burnley.
Appeal for information after arson attack at Skelmersdale haulage firm
February 05, 2021
We are investigating after a report of a fire at Messenger Express, on West Pimbo Industrial Estate, where three heavy goods vehicles suffered substantial damage when they were set alight by two offenders, captured on CCTV.
Tribute to man who died in Bolton le Sands
February 09, 2021
Liam Peck, 23, was killed while carrying out building work at an address on Church Brow
Man convicted of online abuse of doctor
February 11, 2021
Everyone in our county should be allowed to live their lives free from harassment and the fear of hate crime.
Targeted Crime Team - tackling drug dealing in our communities
February 11, 2021
With covert operations, early morning raids and specialist canine support, the TCT unit investigate organised crime groups connected to the supply of class A drugs.
Detectives investigating murder of Preston teenager make further arrest
February 12, 2021
They have now been released under investigation.
Detectives investigating the murder of a mother and daughter have charged a woman
February 12, 2021
She is due to appear before Blackburn Magistrates’ Court on Thursday 4th March 2021
Appeal after break in and indecent exposure - with CCTV
February 22, 2021
We have released an image of a man we want to trace and speak to
UPDATE: Detectives investigating break in and indecent exposure have made an arrest
February 25, 2021
Detectives investigating an indecent exposure offence in Burscough have charged a man.
Man admits knifepoint robbery bid
March 01, 2021
Clifford Sculpher went into the Wine Cellar on Parkinson Street on January 3rd but fled empty handed after the shopkeeper fought him off.
Appeal following assault in Preston
March 01, 2021
The incident occurred on February 21st sometime between 4.25pm and 4.45pm on New Hall Lane close to the junction with Acregate, when an altercation broke out between a man and woman and two teenage boys. One of the boys, aged 17, was punched to the face during the altercation, fracturing his eye socket and breaking his nose.
Man jailed for attempted murder
March 01, 2021
Alex Lapinski launched an unprovoked attack on his victim
Rural task force teams launched across Lancashire
March 02, 2021
New rural task force teams have been set up across Lancashire to target the issues that matter most to rural communities including machinery theft, rural, wildlife and heritage crime.
Man jailed for Blackpool rape
March 02, 2021
A man who attacked and raped a woman in Blackpool has today (Tuesday, March 2) been jailed.
David Dara, 29, of Saxby Street, Leicester, was sentenced to 10 years in prison, with a further six years on licence, at Burnley Crown Court.
Tribute paid to Lancaster man following fatal collision near Carnforth
March 02, 2021
We were called at around 10.15pm to reports a Toyota C-HR had collided with a tree on the A6 near Waitholme Lane, Yealand Conyers, before setting alight. The driver, who has since been named as Andrew Brown, aged 58 and from Lancaster, was sadly pronounced dead at the scene.
Man arrested as part of investigations related to hospital
March 03, 2021
A man has today (Wednesday, March 3) been arrested by police as part of ongoing investigations related to Blackpool Victoria Hospital.
Appeal after boy suffers serious leg injuries in Barrowford fail-to-stop collision
March 04, 2021
The boy was walking along the carriageway on Colne Road, near to the reservoir, between 7.30pm and 7.45pm on February 28 when he was struck from behind by an unknown vehicle.
Man found with head injuries in Morecambe
March 05, 2021
We are appealing for witnesses after a man was found injured in Morecambe on Wednesday (March 3rd).
Oswaldtwistle man jailed for seven years after officers find £10,000 of cocaine in car
March 05, 2021
On the evening of August 28, last year, officers stopped the black Audi in Victoria Street, Oswaldtwistle, which had been linked to drug-dealing via information received via the Lancashire Talking service.
Man bailed in Blackpool hospital inquiry
March 05, 2021
He has been suspended by Blackpool Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust
Appeal to trace man in CCTV
March 05, 2021
Police were called at shortly after 12.20pm today to the Tesco store, Hill Street,
Detectives investigating incident at Tesco appeal for further information
March 06, 2021
Urgent enquiries are underway
Investigation after youth dies at Euxton
March 07, 2021
Two other teenagers were not seriously hurt.
UPDATE: Witness appeal after fatal collision in Claughton-On-Brock
March 08, 2021
Police had been called around 3.30pm on March 1 to Brock Mill Lane following a report a red Land Rover, travelling towards the Brock Bottoms Picnic Site, had come off the carriageway, collided with a tree and caught fire.
Sadly, the driver, later named as Andrew Roskell, 58, from Preston, died at the scene.
Pair jailed for burgling Brierfield house while elderly woman lay dying upstairs
March 08, 2021
While the male victim went upstairs to sit with his wife, who sadly died later that day, Kelly Cassidy and Steven Morris pretended to call for an ambulance but instead they callously stole a purse and a mobile phone from within the property.
Tribute to teenager killed at Euxton
March 08, 2021
Luke Bennett, 17, was killed after a metal pole he was holding came into contact with power lines
£710,500 police surge funding secured to tackle serious violence in Lancashire
March 09, 2021
£710,500 has been secured by Lancashire’s Police and Crime Commissioner to tackle serious violence, murder, and knife crime over the next year.
Prolific paedophile jailed
March 09, 2021
Stephen Carr was found guilty following a trial at Preston Crown Court
Man charged with murder
March 09, 2021
Tiernan Darnton, 20, is accused of killing Mary Gregory in a fire at her home on Levens Drive
Woman injured in Blackburn collision
March 11, 2021
We are appealing for information after a pedestrian suffered serious injuries during a collision in Blackburn.
The incident occurred at around 7.40pm on Tuesday (March 9) on Wellington Road, when a woman aged in her 30s was struck by a Mercedes 180 Kompressor.
Have you seen missing 14-year-old Ellis?
March 11, 2021
Ellis Street-Clegg has links to Thornton, Liverpool, the Runcorn area of Cheshire, Bolton, the Rhyll area of North Wales and Milton Keynes.
Man arrested after breach of Covid regulations at Preston gym
March 11, 2021
We were called to Reps Gym in Ribbleton to reports that people were inside the premises despite a closure order having been issued by the courts last month.
Eight arrested after a man and woman were injured in Darwen during a disturbance
March 11, 2021
We are investigating after a woman and a man were injured following reports of disturbances in Darwen in the early hours of this morning. Seven men and a woman were arrested at the scene.
Lancashire Talking reaches 30,000 responses
March 12, 2021
Lancashire Talking asks the county’s residents, via a few simple questions, what it’s like to live in their area.
UPDATE: Two charged as part of Brierfield firearm discharge investigation
March 15, 2021
Two men have been charged in connection with a firearms discharge in Brierfield.
Police and Crime Commissioner backs #noexcuseforabuse radio campaign
March 16, 2021
Lancashire’s Police and Crime Commissioner Clive Grunshaw is backing radio adverts raising awareness of domestic abuse.
Airing from the 8th March on Rock FM and Greatest Hits Radio to coincide with No More Week 2021, a week dedicated to saying no more to domestic abuse and sexual violence in the UK, the adverts are part of the county’s domestic abuse campaign #noexcuseforabuse.
UPDATE: Have you seen missing Patricia, 72, from Blackpool?
March 16, 2021
Earlier today we appealed for help locating missing woman, Patricia, from Blackpool. She has now been found safe and well.
Six arrested in Blackpool drugs investigation
March 17, 2021
Six people have today (Wednesday, March 17) been arrested by detectives investigating the supply of drugs in Blackpool.
Officers raided four properties as part of Operation Heathway, a major investigation into the distribution of cocaine across the Fylde coast.
Appeal after boy, 14, left seriously injured after being struck by van in Preston
March 18, 2021
Officers were called at 2.55pm to reports a 14-year-old boy had been struck by a Ford Transit van on Black Bull Lane at the junction of Queens Drive. The boy was airlifted to Alder Hey Children’s Hospital, where he remains in a critical but stable condition.
Three arrested in connection with fatal collision
March 18, 2021
Lewis Taylor 22, of Burnley sadly died following a collision on December 23rd last year.
Have you seen wanted man David Dunn, from Preston?
March 19, 2021
The 45-year-old, formerly of Centenary Mill Court, Preston, is wanted by police for breaching a restraining order and a community order and for failing to appear at court in January.
Family of George Spencer pay tribute after four-year-old's sudden death
March 21, 2021
"George was very loving, caring, funny and always willing to give lots of hugs and kisses, ‘1000 kisses’ he would say. He was happiest playing outdoors in the woods or by the river with his twin brother, Arthur. He was liked and loved by everybody who met him. We would ask that our privacy is respected at this time."
Two summonsed to court in connection with woman's death
March 23, 2021
A Home Office post mortem examination gave a cause of death as severe emaciation and neglect with extensive scabies skin infection
27 arrested in county lines operation
March 23, 2021
The activity was part of ongoing Project Medusa, an operation led by Merseyside Police and set up to tackle County Lines drug dealing and child criminal exploitation.
Appeal after pedestrian hit by car in Preston
March 25, 2021
We are appealing for information after a man was left with life-threatening injuries following a collision with a car in Mariners Way, Preston at 6.02pm yesterday (March 24).
Man charged after stabbing
March 25, 2021
Malik Hussain, 19, of Station Road, Bamber Bridge, is charged with attempted murder.
Have you seen missing Shelby?
March 25, 2021
We’re appealing for help in finding Shelby Wilson, 13 who was last seen yesterday afternoon around 3.30pm walking along Westminster Road, Morecambe.
The High Sheriff of Lancashire’s Young Citizen Award 2021 winners
March 26, 2021
A 14-year-old from Rufford has been named as the High Sheriff of Lancashire’s Young Citizen of the Year 2021 during a special virtual award ceremony, attended remotely by more than 150 people earlier his week.
Detectives investigating Blackburn abduction release name of victim as search for him continues
March 30, 2021
Police were called shortly after 12.20pm on Friday, March 5th, to the Tesco store, Hill Street, Blackburn following reports that a group of men had taken another man into a burgundy Skoda estate car and driven off. Detectives believe that man to be 21-year-old Tautvydas Kaluina, who also uses the name Jonas Budrys.
Appeal following collision between car and motorbike
March 30, 2021
The incident occurred at around 7.40pm on Saturday (March 27th) on Deepdale Road, Preston, at the junction with St Georges Road, when an Audi A3 and a Yamaha motorbike collided.
UPDATE: wanted pair arrested in connection with drug conspiracy offences
March 30, 2021
Last week we issued an appeal to trace Jordan Kelly, from Blackpool and Carly Kirby, from Freckleton wanted on suspicion of conspiracy to supply class A drugs. They have now both been arrested.
UPDATE: Man arrested on suspicion of murder after woman found dead in Blackpool
March 31, 2021
A man has been charged by police investigating the murder of a woman in Blackpool.
Police were called by the Ambulance Service around 9.30pm on Monday (March 29) to a report of a stabbing at an address on Dinmore Avenue.
Tribute to loving family man who died after being struck by car in Mariners Way, Preston
March 31, 2021
Brian was a loving husband to Carole, father and grandfather. His tragic death has left a hole in all of our hearts. He will be sorely missed by all who knew him.
New Chief Constable for Lancashire
April 01, 2021
Lancashire’s new Chief Constable has spoken of his pride as he today (Thursday, April 1st) takes the helm at one of the country’s top performing police forces.
Chris Rowley, 52, takes over from departing chief Andy Rhodes who is retiring after 30 years in policing.
Four convicted after man shot in Aughton robbery
April 01, 2021
Four men have been convicted following a robbery in Aughton which left a man with serious gunshot wounds to his knee and ankle.
Woman sentenced for Longton manslaughter
April 01, 2021
A woman has today (Thursday, April 1) been sentenced for the manslaughter of her grandad.
Elizabeth Birtwistle, 32, of no fixed address, was given a hospital order at Preston Crown Court for the manslaughter of Raymond Conlan, 75.
Mother jailed for manslaughter of baby
April 01, 2021
A Blackpool woman has today (Thursday, April 1) been jailed for the manslaughter of her baby daughter.
Caitlin Jones, 21, of Willowbank Avenue, was sentenced to five years and eight months in prison at Preston Crown Court for the manslaughter of eight-month-old Francesca Haworth.
Appeal after man dies in collision
April 02, 2021
His next of kin have been identified and spoken to.
Can you help find missing Sophie?
April 03, 2021
If you have seen Sophie or Steven or have any information about their whereabouts please contact us
UPDATE Preston firearms discharge - two arrested
April 05, 2021
We are continuing to appeal for information following a firearms discharge in Preston at the weekend.
Two men - aged 28 and 22 and from Preston – have since been arrested and both have been released on bail pending further enquiries.
Two arrested on suspicion of attempted murder after man stabbed in Blackburn
April 06, 2021
Following a number of enquiries, two men - aged 22 and 24 and both from Blackburn – were arrested on suspicion of attempted murder this morning.
Teenager given nine-year sentence after stabbing man in Blackburn
April 06, 2021
Danish Moosaji, 19, was found guilty of Section 18 wounding and possession of an offensive weapon following a trial at Preston Crown Court
Family of missing Katie Foulds thank the public and emergency services for their support so far
April 07, 2021
Katie, who is missing from home in Blackburn, was last seen around 4.14pm on February 10 in St Annes, close to Pleasure Island.
Man jailed for murder of Susan Waring
April 07, 2021
A man has today been jailed for the murder of Susan Waring and a string of violent offences against four other victims.
Alan Edwards, 48, of Blackburn Road, Darwen was convicted of Susan’s murder last week following a trial at Preston Crown Court.
CCTV: Images and video released following fire at Waterfoot flats
April 07, 2021
Detectives investigating a suspicious fire in at a block of flats in Waterfoot have released CCTV of two men they want to speak to as part of their enquiries.
Police were called by the Fire Service at around 12.40am on March 22nd to reports of a suspicious fire at a property on Thornfield Avenue.
Men charged after stabbing in Blackburn
April 07, 2021
Detectives are continuing to appeal for anyone with information
Image of victim released after serious assault
April 07, 2021
Police were called at about 7.30am on Sunday (April 4) following a report a man had been found with serious injuries near Ferndale, Birch Green. The male had been making his way to work before being targeted. Enquiries suggest the incident took place near to Firbeck.
Update: Missing 16-year-old girl found safe and well
April 09, 2021
Thank you to everybody who shared our appeal.
Man jailed for child sex offences
April 09, 2021
We will continue to target those who seek to abuse children and to put them before the courts.
Death of HRH the Duke of Edinburgh
April 09, 2021
Our thoughts are with Her Majesty the Queen, the Royal Family and the nation as a whole following the death of HRH The Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh.
Police reminder as lockdown measures eased
April 12, 2021
Lancashire Police is reminding residents it will continue to take a common sense and proportionate approach to policing Covid regulations as lockdown measures ease in England.
Serious assault - two arrested
April 12, 2021
Anyone with information should contact police on 101 quoting log 0290 of April 4.
Child injured in collision - appeal
April 12, 2021
Anyone with information should contact police on 101 quoting log number 0256 of April 12th.
Missing Winston found
April 13, 2021
Missing pensioner Winston, 77, from Preston has been found safe and well in the Docks area of the city.
UPDATE: Appeal after serious disorder in Fleetwood
April 13, 2021
Seven people have been arrested by police investigating serious disorder in Fleetwood.
Police were called around 8.05pm on Monday (April 12) to a report of a disturbance in The Esplanade.
Appeal to find missing woman
April 13, 2021
We are growing increasingly concerned about missing woman Julia Maynard.
Julia, 43, was last seen around 11am today (Tuesday, April 13) in the Newchurch Road area of Newchurch, Rossendale.
Have you seen Jordan McManus, 23, from Blackpool?
April 14, 2021
He is wanted after failing to appear at Preston Crown Court last Tuesday (6th April) in relation to the stabbing of a 17-year-old boy on Tuesday, April 14th 2020.
Update: Man wanted in connection with Blackburn stabbing arrested and charged
April 16, 2021
Following consultation with the Crown Prosecution Service, Waka, of Preston New Road, Blackburn, was charged with possession with intent to supply crack cocaine and heroin, possession of a firearm and Section 18 wounding. He is due to appear at Blackburn Magistrates Court this morning (April 16).
Witness appeal after pensioner injured
April 16, 2021
We are appealing for witnesses following a collision in Colne.
It happened at around 8:15am yesterday(Thursday, April 15th) when a Volvo XC90 has collided with a woman, 76, crossing Vivary Way.
Man jailed for Skelmersdale shooting
April 16, 2021
A man who carried out a shooting spree at an address in Skelmersdale in a targeted attack has today (April 16th) been jailed.
Thomas Anderson, 22, of no fixed abode, appeared at Preston Crown Court to be sentenced for the incident which occurred at around 1.30pm on October 15th 2019.
Elderly man serious injured in Preston collision
April 18, 2021
It happened around 9:50pm last night (Saturday, April 17th) when a VW Golf collided with a pedestrian believed to be in his seventies, as he was crossing Deepdale Road.
UPDATE: Witness appeal after Rawtenstall collision
April 19, 2021
The family of a man who died following a collision in Rossendale have paid tribute to him.
Fred Lynsky (pictured), 92, from Rawtenstall, sadly died on Saturday (April 17) at Royal Blackburn Hospital.
Appeal following collision between van and bike in Pilling
April 19, 2021
The incident occurred at around 5.10pm on Skitham Lane, when an Iveco van collided with a Triumph Speedtwin motorbike.
Man given sentence totalling more than 12 years after attempting to rape woman in Blackburn
April 19, 2021
Philip Shaw, of Parsonage Court, Sandown, Isle of Wight, attacked his victim in Dixon Street in October 2019.