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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.
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 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.
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
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Men charged after stabbing in Blackburn
April 07, 2021
Detectives are continuing to appeal for anyone with information
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.
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.
Witness appeal after a van hit a pedestrian in Preston
April 21, 2021
We were called to Fishergate Hill, Preston, at 12.36pm yesterday (April 20) following reports a woman in her 50s had been struck by a reversing Renault Master high top van. Officers are now appealing for anyone with information, dashcam, CCTV or mobile phone footage to get in touch.
Lancashire Police take part in national knife crime initiative
April 26, 2021
Running from 26th April until 2nd May, Operation Sceptre takes place nationally twice a year and supports the work that Lancashire Police does to ensure people across the county feel safe from knife crime.
UPDATE: Can you help us find missing Matthew?
April 27, 2021
Matthew has now been located safe and well.
Appeal after body found at scene of fire
April 29, 2021
Enquiries are now underway to identify the deceased
Appeal for witnesses after a pedestrian was hit by a car in Blackpool
April 29, 2021
We are appealing for witnesses or anybody with dashcam footage to get in touch following a fail-to-stop collision in Blackpool yesterday afternoon when a man was struck by a car as he crossed the road.
Man convicted of murder
May 05, 2021
Andrew Claydon, of Lytham Road, Blackpool, admitted manslaughter but denied the murder charge but was convicted after a trial
Operation launched to intercept organised crime in Lancashire
May 06, 2021
Residents in Burnley and Pendle were the first to feel the benefit of a new Lancashire Police operation which has been launched to clamp down on organised crime across the county. The day of action was the first to be held as part of Operation Guardian with more planned across the county over the coming months, aimed at disrupting organised criminal activity and stopping those who use Lancashire’s road network to commit offences.
Warning to owners of missing dogs about text message blackmail scam
May 06, 2021
Dog owners who have posted their contact details online when their pet has gone missing have been contacted by scammers on an unknown number. They have said that the victim has a limited amount of time - usually a day - to transfer bitcoin or the scammers will kill their pet.
Man jailed for 10 years for rape
May 06, 2021
Connor Fearon lured the vulnerable woman to a deserted bridleway in the early hours of the morning of December 19th
Appeal after man suffers injury in Blackpool
May 10, 2021
An investigation into the circumstances around the injury is ongoing
Family pay tribute to James Dean after body found
May 10, 2021
The body has now been formally identified. Our thoughts are with James’ family and friends at this time.
300 knives taken off Lancashire’s streets during police anti-knife crime week
May 12, 2021
Lancashire Constabulary joined other police forces on the Operation Sceptre national week against knife crime running from April 26th to May 2nd.
Pensioner found guilty of murdering his neighbour
May 13, 2021
Pensioner Alan Fare, 73, of Victory Close, Nelson has been found guilty of the murder of his neighbour Mandy Houghton, 58, also from Nelson.
Two jailed after investigation into exploitation of young women
May 14, 2021
Operation Command was launched in 2019 following reports of sexual assaults on a number of girls.
Five charged with drug offences
May 14, 2021
All appeared before Blackpool Magistrates’ Court today (May 14th) and were remanded
Tribute to boy who died in suspected gas explosion
May 16, 2021
Very sadly George Arthur Hinds, aged two years and 10 months, died as a result of the incident. Our thoughts are with his loved ones at this distressing time.
Enquiries underway into cause of Heysham explosion
May 17, 2021
Enquiries into the cause of the explosion are now underway and are likely to take some time.
Witness appeal after two pedestrians hit by car in Leyland
May 20, 2021
We are appealing for witnesses following a collision between a car and two pedestrians at around 3pm on Tuesday, May 18th at the junction of King Street and Towngate, when a BMW 2 Series collided with a man and woman, both aged in their 50s.
UPDATE: Wanted man Steven Pinington arrested
May 21, 2021
Further to our earlier appeals, wanted man Steven Pinnington, who has links to Blackpool, has been arrested in Scotland.
Man jailed for life for murder
May 21, 2021
Andrew Claydon, 45, was found guilty of the murder of Matthew Pearson following a trial earlier this month.
Man charged after Burnley stabbings
May 28, 2021
Munawar Hussain, 57, of Lancashire, has been charged with two counts of attempted murder
Man jailed for trafficking
June 08, 2021
Florica Calin arranged and paid for the woman to come to the country on a promise of work in a factory
Witness and dashcam appeal after serious road traffic collision in Blackpool
June 10, 2021
We were called to Whitegate Drive at 10.10am on June 10 following reports of a collision between a Renault Captur and a Honda CBF 125CC motorcycle, close to the health centre.
Euro 2020: Let’s summer safely
June 11, 2021
As the UEFA European Football Championships start today Friday (11th June) Lancashire Constabulary are reminding supporters to celebrate safely and responsibly.
Appeal after man injured in fight
June 17, 2021
Detectives are appealing for anyone with information or footage of the incident to come forward.
Appeal after schoolgirl grabbed
June 25, 2021
The 14-year-old was on her way to school at about 8.30am today
Man charged after collision
June 28, 2021
He is due to appear before Blackburn Magistrates’ Court this morning (Monday, June 28th)
Knife Angel coming to Lancashire
June 29, 2021
The Knife Angel, a huge statue made from 100,000 seized knives, will be on display in Lancashire throughout November 2021.
Appeal after man stabbed
June 30, 2021
The victim, a man in his 40s. was taken to the Royal Preston Hospital
Appeal after man and woman seriously injured
July 05, 2021
A man in his 50s was arrested at an address on Heights Road in Nelson a short time later. He remains in custody
Woman dies after Nelson disturbance
July 05, 2021
Detectives have launched a murder investigation after the death of a woman attacked in Nelson.
Operation Hunter: Targeting Lancashire’s most wanted offenders
July 06, 2021
Lancashire Police are targeting some of the county’s most wanted offenders as part of an operation dedicated to finding those trying to evade capture.
Family pay tribute to woman who died after attack in Nelson
July 06, 2021
A 58 year old man remains in custody
Man charged with murder
July 07, 2021
He is due to appear before magistrates in Blackburn tomorrow (Thursday, July 8th)
Appeal after man dies following collision
July 09, 2021
Anyone with information should contact police on 101 quoting log 0803 of July 8th.
Appeal after man shot in Preston
July 12, 2021
Thankfully his injuries aren't life threatening. A man has been arrested
Dawn arrests following shooting and murder
July 13, 2021
Officers swooped on the addresses in a series of co-ordinated and simultaneous strikes earlier today.
Appeal after Blackpool stabbing
July 13, 2021
The victim’s injuries are thankfully not life threatening
Ban on knives, firearms and offensive weapons comes into force today
July 14, 2021
Changes to legislation mean that from 14th July all weapons banned in public by the Criminal Justice Act 1988, including zombie knives, shuriken or death stars and knuckledusters, will now also be banned in private.
Seven charged after Burnley shooting
July 15, 2021
All those charged were due to appear before Blackburn Magistrates’ Court today
UPDATE: Wanted Blackpool man arrested after he failed to appear at court
July 16, 2021
Jordan McManus, 23, of Caunce Street has been arrested as part of Operation Hunter which targets some of the county’s most wanted offenders.
Lifting of restrictions Q&A
July 19, 2021
We have answered some questions you may have with the lifting of lockdown restrictions today.
Appeal after arson attack at house in Skelmersdale
July 19, 2021
At around 1am on July 10, we were called following reports a petrol bomb had been thrown through the window of an address in Crossfield Road. Thankfully none of the occupants were injured, although there was some smoke damage caused to the property.
Officers armed with new roadside check technology
July 21, 2021
The technology can be used by officers when stopping drivers who are suspected of committing offences under the Road Traffic Act and will remove any doubt that a driver is who they say they are. Photographs at the Roadside ([email protected]) has been developed by the DVLA and the Home Office and piloted including Lancashire, ahead of its country-wide roll out over the summer.
Operation Hunter: Result for South Lancashire's most wanted
July 21, 2021
Four of the most wanted individuals in South Lancashire have now been arrested as part of Operation Hunter, including long term wanted man Adam Bhamji from Farrington Moss who has been returned to prison to serve the remainder of his sentence.
Man jailed after home intrusion and exposure
July 22, 2021
He was arrested following a police appeal
Man dies after drowning in the sea at St Anne's
July 23, 2021
Emergency services were called at around 7.20pm today after reports that a person had got into difficulty in the sea close to the pier at St Anne's.
Man charged after pedestrians hit by car on Blackpool promenade
July 25, 2021
Adam Clarke, 30 of Arnfield Road, Stockport has been charged with attempted murder, common assault, and dangerous driving. He is due to appear at Blackpool Magistrates’ Court in the morning.
Operation Hunter: Result for West Lancashire's most wanted
August 03, 2021
Wanted man Dailen Royle has been arrested this morning in connection with an assault and kidnap in Fleetwood. That's three down, two to go, of the most wanted faces in West Lancashire.
Seven people found guilty of the murder of Aya Hachem
August 03, 2021
Seven men have been found guilty of murdering 19 year old Aya Hachem in Blackburn, in May last year. One woman has also been found guilty of manslaughter.
Gang Jailed After Stealing Luxury Cars In Organised Crime Spree
August 04, 2021
Three men have been jailed for a total of 25 years for their roles in plotting burglaries across the North West including multiple addresses throughout Lancashire stealing cars, cash and jewellery worth a total of more than half a million pounds.
Seven men jailed for more than 200 years for the murder of Aya Hachem
August 05, 2021
A gunman, driver and business owner, who were part of a group who planned and executed a shooting which killed Aya Hachem, 19, from Blackburn are amongst seven people who have been jailed for more than 200 years today (Thursday, August 5th) for their involvement in her murder.
Operation Hunter: Officers execute more than 200 warrants in July
August 06, 2021
Over the past month we have executed 239 warrants on the streets of Lancashire. It’s all part of Operation Hunter, which launched at the beginning of July, targeting the county's most wanted individuals who try to evade capture.
‘Mia’s Story’ picture book launched to support children with a parent in prison
August 09, 2021
Mia’s Story, a children’s picture book which aims to help youngsters to cope when a parent goes to prison, launches today with Lancashire Violence Reduction Network.
Family pay tribute to woman who sadly died following collision close to Lancaster
August 10, 2021
The family of Pauline Edwards from Heysham are also appealing for any witnesses to come forward after her death following a serious collision on the Bay Gate Way around 1pm on Wednesday, August 4.
Do you know these individuals who are wanted from East Lancashire?
August 11, 2021
Do you know these individuals who are wanted from East Lancashire as part of Operation Hunter targeting the county's most wanted individuals.
Witness appeal after couple sadly die in M6 crash
August 13, 2021
We are appealing for witnesses and dash cam footage after a couple sadly died in a collision on the M6 motorway yesterday (August 12).
Man dies after Morecambe collision
August 16, 2021
We are appealing for information after a man died following a collision in Morecambe.
Police were called around 2.10am yesterday (Sunday, August 15) to a report of an incident involving a car and a pedestrian in Westgate.
Arrests made after firearms discharge
August 18, 2021
Police were called around 12.35am on Tuesday to a report a gunshot had been heard in Wansbeck Avenue.
Man sentenced to 15 years for sexual assault on teenager
August 18, 2021
McCarren was arrested at his home a short time later after members of the community came forward and identified him following a media appeal
Appeal after indecent exposure
August 19, 2021
The incident happened in the early hours of Tuesday morning. We are doing all we can to identify and arrest the offender
New partnership to support victims and survivors of Modern Slavery and Human Trafficking
August 24, 2021
Lancashire Police and the Pan-Lancashire Anti-Slavery Partnership (PLASP) are working with the Medaille Trust on a new project which seeks to support victims of Modern Slavery and Human Trafficking.
Two charged with trafficking
August 27, 2021
Lancashire Constabulary is committed to investigating human trafficking and modern slavery
Accrington murder - latest update
September 01, 2021
Mr Howard’s family are aware of the development and are being supported by officers.
Man charged with child abduction
September 02, 2021
We would like to again thank everybody who shared our appeal and played a key role in helping with our investigation.
Man charged with murder of pensioner
September 02, 2021
Following consultation with the Crown Prosecution Service John Swannack, 58, of St Leger Court, Accrington, was charged last night with murder
Fans sentenced for disorder
September 03, 2021
PC Dan Fish, of Lancashire Police, said: “The actions of these men were violent, aggressive and extremely reckless.
Appeal after sexual assault
September 08, 2021
The incident happened at about 5.30pm yesterday (Tuesday, September 7th)
Arrest made in sexual assault investigation
September 08, 2021
Following a number of enquiries throughout the day detectives have this evening arrested a boy on suspicion of sex offences. He is currently in custody.
Witness appeal after man in his 90s hit by a car in Blackpool
September 09, 2021
We are appealing for information following a fail-to-stop collision in Blackpool which injured a pedestrian in his 90s. The incident occurred at around 7.10pm yesterday September 8th on Warbreck Drive, Blackpool, close to the junction with Red Bank Road.
Family pay tribute to grandfather who died following assault
September 12, 2021
The family of Frank Fishwick, 86 who died following an assault outside his home in Preston, have paid tribute to an "adored father and grandfather."
UPDATE: Preston teenager arrested on suspicion of murder after death of elderly man
September 14, 2021
A teenager has been charged in relation to the death of an elderly man in Preston.
We were called at around 3pm on Friday (September 10th) to The Paddock, Fulwood, to reports of an assault.
Appeal after couple assaulted on night out in Preston
September 15, 2021
We are appealing for information following a serious assault on a man and woman which took at around 12.30am on Sunday September 12th at Hartleys wine bar on Mount Street.
Morecambe man jailed for child sex offences
September 16, 2021
A man from Morecambe has been jailed for nine years for child sex offences. Lee McNae, 36, groomed his vulnerable teenage victim and subjected her to sexual abuse on numerous occasions during 2019, 2020 and 2021.
New regional forensic science service to be launched
September 17, 2021
Lancashire Constabulary and the Police and Crime Commissioner have signed a collaboration agreement with four other North West Police forces to provide a new regional forensic science service to help in the fight against crime.
Appeal following collision between car and cyclist in Blackpool
September 20, 2021
The incident occurred at around 8.25pm on September 3rd at the junction of Devonshire Road and Talbot Road. A cyclist – a 19-year-old man – was travelling along Devonshire Road when a Peugeot 407, travelling in the opposite direction, turned right into Talbot Road and the two collided.
The driver of the Peugeot initially stopped at the scene but handed over false details and then made off.
Appeal for information following assault in Preston
September 21, 2021
Do you recognise these men? We want to speak to them after a man was assaulted with a metal bar in Preston.
Mobile phone footage appeal following disorder during Burnley v Arsenal match
September 22, 2021
An investigation is very much ongoing between the police and Burnley Football Club to identify those responsible. A number of suspects have already been identified and will be spoken to in due course.
Appeal after woman dies in collision
September 22, 2021
Despite the best efforts of emergency services the driver, a woman in her 50s, was sadly pronounced dead at the scene.
Operation Hunter: Fourth man arrested following our wanted appeal
September 22, 2021
If you have information on any of these individuals who are wanted from all over Lancashire please make contact with us. They are all wanted as part of our ongoing operation to trace outstanding offenders.
Drug gang jailed for over 60 years
September 22, 2021
The gang’s head Usman Akhter controlled a sophisticated network bringing hundreds of kilos of cocaine and cannabis into the region.
Sex offender wanted by police
September 24, 2021
Good news!
Further to our earlier appeal, wanted sex offender Kevin Wyatt was arrested in the Greater Manchester area earlier today (Friday, September 24).
Thanks to everyone who shared our earlier appeals to find him.
Man jailed for online sex offences
September 24, 2021
A man who used a video chat website to encourage underage girls to perform sexual acts, awarding ‘points’ as his victims performed more explicit acts, has been jailed.
Man charged after investigation into Fleetwood robberies
September 27, 2021
A man has been charged by detectives investigating two robberies at a Fleetwood travel company.
Police were called to the World Travel Lounge, Lord Street, on Tuesday (September 21) and Wednesday (September 22) after reports of two robberies where cash was stolen.
Jail for Blackburn attacker
September 27, 2021
A man has been jailed after leaving his victim with life-changing injuries following a serious assault in Blackburn.
Just after 4.30pm on April 26, this year, defendant Brendan Duff was picked up by CCTV operators in Blackburn town centre assaulting a man in Clayton Street, close to the Salvation Hostel.
Police release image of men they want to speak to following assault in Accrington
September 27, 2021
We want to speak to them after a man was left with a serious hand injury after being assaulted outside the Bees Knees Pub in Blackburn Road, Accrington. It happened some time before 10.30pm on August 12 and the victim required surgery to his right hand.
Man jailed for historical sexual abuse
September 28, 2021
He appeared at Preston Crown Court on Monday, Sept 27th where he was jailed for five years and two months
UPDATE: Search for man as witness in sex assault investigation
September 28, 2021
Following our earlier appeal to find a witness we wanted to trace in a sexual assault investigation in Ormskirk last month, a man has come forward.
Nine arrested after teenager stabbed in Blackpool
September 29, 2021
Police were called at about midnight to a report of a fight outside Ma Kelly’s on Talbot Road in the resort.
Witness appeal after man dies in collision on the M65
September 29, 2021
Do you have dashcam footage or any information about the collision which happened at around 1.30am this morning (September 29) between junction 11 and 12.
Two arrested after robbery of Nelson pensioner
September 30, 2021
A man and a woman from Nelson have been arrested on suspicion of robbery after the incident last month.
Eight charged in connection with serious crime probe
September 30, 2021
These arrests and charges are a result of months of meticulous police work
Two teenagers jailed for life for murder
September 30, 2021
The sentencing judge praised Lancashire Constabulary saying the officers who investigated the murder had gone ‘above and beyond’ in bringing Sarmad’s killers to justice.
Woman jailed for 15 years for role in killing of Blackburn student Aya Hachem
October 01, 2021
Judy Chapman (pictured above right), 27, is the last person to be sentenced for their role. Seven people were jailed in August to a total of more than 200 years for their involvement in the killing of Aya and the attempted murder of the intended target, Pacha Khan.
Trio sentenced for drugs offences
October 01, 2021
Three members of a Preston-based organised crime group have been jailed for more than 22 years for the supply of cocaine and heroin from Liverpool to Preston, Carlisle and Scotland.
EVOFIT: Appeal after woman sexually assaulted by teen boy in Bamber Bridge
October 04, 2021
Detectives investigating an exposure and sexual assault incident in Bamber Bridge have released an EvoFIT image of a person they want to identify.
Appeal to identify driver in sex assault investigation
October 04, 2021
Detectives are appealing for information to identify the driver of this car in connection with a sexual assault investigation.
Around 10.30pm on Saturday, September 11, a 19-year-old woman asked for a lift from a man whose car was parked on the pavement on Ormskirk Road, next to Wigan Fire Station.
Burnley sex offender sent back to prison after making and downloading child pornography
October 04, 2021
Del Alan Sumners, 46, now of no fixed address, was convicted of possessing and making indecent images of children. He was sentenced to 20 months custody.
UPDATE: Girl arrested following series of robberies in Blackpool
October 05, 2021
A 13-year-old girl from Thornton-Cleveleys was arrested on suspicion of robbery yesterday (October 4). She has since been released on bail, pending further enquiries.
Man jailed for life for the murders of mother and daughter in Reedley
October 05, 2021
Shahbaz Khan, 52, of Ribble Avenue, Burnley has been handed a life sentence for murdering Dr Saman Mir Sacharvi, 49, and her 14-year-old daughter Vian Mangrio, at their home on Colne Road in September 2020.
His wife, Rabia Shahbaz, 45, of the same address, was sentenced to 30 months for giving false alibis for her husband for the day of the murders.
Man jailed following at Accrington convenience store
October 05, 2021
Following extensive and painstaking enquiries, detectives arrested Damen Kershaw after CCTV footage mapped out his movements that day and showed his attempts to try and cover his tracks.
Operation Hunter: Do you know the latest most wanted faces for Lancashire?
October 06, 2021
Do you recognise any of these faces who make up this week’s most wanted? They are all wanted as part of Operation Hunter which targets those wanted individuals who try to evade capture. Launched in July, this operation sees taskforce officers from across the Force as well as specialist units including Tactical Operations and the ANPR intercept teams target individuals wanted for a range of offences including domestic abuse, sexual offences and general criminality.
Update: Missing girl found safe and well
October 07, 2021
Thank you to everybody who shared and supported our appeal.
Warning to elderly residents following reports of courier fraud in Lancashire
October 07, 2021
Older residents are being warned about being the target for telephone courier fraud scammers. We have received a number of reports from across the county this week which have involved offenders pretending to be police officers investigating fraud.
CCTV appeal after Blackpool assault
October 08, 2021
Do you recognise this man? We want to identify him following a serious assault in Blackpool.
Around 12.30am on Tuesday (October 5) a man in his 20s was at Walkabout in Queen Street when he was punched in the face.
Don’t be fooled by offers of quick cash: Working together to protect students from fraud
October 08, 2021
Don’t be fooled by offers of quick cash - that’s the message we and Lancaster University are sharing with students ahead of the new term.
Students need sufficient funds for their fees, accommodation, food, travel, books and other living expenses.
Man acquitted of murder
October 08, 2021
Samuel Bretherton admitted manslaughter in earlier proceedings and will be sentenced in December
Appeal after third courier fraud victim identified
October 08, 2021
Yesterday we told you about an increase in courier fraud in Lancashire and following our previous warning more victims have come forward. Thankfully most haven’t been successful but unfortunately one victim, a woman in her 80s from Blackburn, reported being scammed by a fraudster into handing over £13,000.
Members of drugs gang sentenced
October 08, 2021
Police launched Operation Florence last year following concerns raised by residents in Darwen about drug use by children in the area and that youngsters were being exploited
Witness appeal following fatal collision in Cockerham
October 09, 2021
Officers were called to A588 Lancaster Road following reports of a serious collision involving a Yamaha YZF R6 and a Toyota Hi-Lux. The rider of the motorcycle, a man in his 20s from Blackpool, suffered multiple serious injuries. He was taken to hospital where he sadly died.
UPDATE: Missing Louis found safe and well
October 10, 2021
Thank you to everybody who shared and supported our appeal.
Tributes paid to "greatly missed" motorcyclist killed in collision in Cockerham
October 11, 2021
We were called to the A588 Lancaster Road at 6.23pm following reports of a serious collision between a Yamaha YZF R6 and a Toyota Hilux pickup truck.
The rider of the motorcyclist – who has since been named as Kyle Barlow, aged 24 and from Blackpool – suffered serious injuries. He was taken to hospital but sadly died on Saturday.
Have you seen wanted William Welsh, 23, from Blackpool?
October 11, 2021
We need to speak to him in connection with an investigation into the supply of class A drugs in Blackpool. Wyre and Fylde.
Three arrested in scam investigation
October 11, 2021
Detectives investigating scams across Lancashire involving vulnerable victims being conned out of thousands of pounds by people falsely claiming to be police officers have made three arrests.
WANTED - Have you seen this man?
October 12, 2021
If you see Crewe please do not approach him but contact us
WANTED - Have you seen this man?
October 12, 2021
If you see Crewe please do not approach him but contact us
Witness appeal after serious injury collision
October 12, 2021
We are appealing for witnesses after a man was seriously injured following a collision in Burscough.
Police were called around 12.30pm yesterday (Monday, October 11) to a report of an accident in Moss Lane.
Man jailed for six years after raping woman in Blackburn
October 14, 2021
Michael Taberner, 34, continued to sexually assault the woman even after she pleaded for him to stop and repeatedly said ‘no’.
Twenty five charged in connection with drug investigation
October 14, 2021
In total 25 people have been charged including four people who were arrested on Tuesday in a series of dawn raids
Detectives investigating cash in transit robbery in Haslingden make arrest
October 14, 2021
Following, a number of enquiries, officers last night (October 13) arrested a 44-year-old man from Leeds on suspicion of robbery.
Warning as criminals continue to target the elderly
October 15, 2021
We are continuing to warn the public to protect their elderly loved ones after another vulnerable victim reported being scammed out of £7,500 as a result of courier fraud. Officers from our Economic Crime Unit stepped in and managed to prevent the victim from making a further transaction to the offenders for a substantial sum of money.
Witness and footage appeal after teenager attacked with machete in Accrington
October 15, 2021
We were called to Fountain Street following reports of a stabbing. Officers attended and found the teenager, who is from Accrington, with leg and wrists injuries.
Two jailed for combined 27 years following vicious attack on man at pub in Accrington
October 15, 2021
he incident occurred during the afternoon of October 4th last year at the Royal Oak on Sparth Road, when three men entered the beer garden and began fighting with several others present.
Op Barchetta - 12 people charged by police
October 15, 2021
Twelve people have been charged by police in connection with drugs offences.
Operation Barchetta was a major investigation by Lancashire Police into the use of encrypted communications platform EncroChat to supply Class A and B drugs in 2020.
Man jailed for 12 years for rape
October 15, 2021
Leroy Brown threatened to kill his victim, poured cold water on her and tried to set her hair on fire
House collapse at Clayton le Woods
October 15, 2021
We can now sadly confirm that one person has died,
Witness appeal after motorcyclist suffers broken pelvis in collision
October 17, 2021
We were called around 1.50pm on Friday, October 15 to a report of a collision on Marshaw Wyre, Abbeystead.
Family pay tribute to man who died in house collapse
October 17, 2021
Emergency services were called at around 1.30pm on Friday, October 15 to a report of a suspected explosion where a house had collapsed on Kirkby Avenue. Sadly, the body of a man was found inside the property, and although a formal identification has yet to take place, it is believed to be the occupant of the house, Carl Whalley.
Witness appeal after Blackburn collision
October 18, 2021
We are appealing for information following a fail-to-stop collision in Blackburn which injured a teenage pedestrian.
Pair jailed following death of man in Blackburn
October 18, 2021
TWO people have today (Monday, October 18th) been sentenced following the death of Nigel Scott in Blackburn.
Clayton le Woods house fire investigation - latest update
October 18, 2021
A post-mortem examination will be carried out this week and an investigation into the cause of the blaze is continuing.
Four arrested following gas explosion in Heysham in May
October 19, 2021
Today two people, a 44-year-old man and a 51-year-old woman, were arrested on suspicion of manslaughter. They have since been released on police bail pending further enquires.
A second man, 54 was also arrested on suspicion of theft, criminal damage and abstracting electricity. A third man, 47, was arrested on suspicion of handling stolen goods. They have both been released under investigation.