News - May
UPDATE: a body found in the Forest of Bowland is that of Katie Kenyon
May 01, 2022
The body found on Friday has now been formally identified as the missing Padiham mum.
Man jailed for killing Stuart Newton in Oswaldtwistle
May 03, 2022
Nathan Scott Williams was arrested the day after Mr Newton had been found and later charged with his murder.
Williams stood trial last year accused of Mr Newton’s murder. However, the jury were discharged after being unable to reach a verdict.
Earlier this year, Williams, of Worsley Court, Oswaldtwistle, pleaded guilty to Mr Newton’s manslaughter when he appeared before a judge at Preston Crown Court.
Man pleads guilty to attempted rape and ABH
May 04, 2022
Today (May 4), Ernesto Ceraldi, who is a serving police officer with Greater Manchester Police, appeared before a judge at Preston Crown Court where he pleaded guilty to attempted rape and ABH.
Man given sentence totalling 18 years and seven months after raping young woman in Preston
May 04, 2022
Amanuel Tsegay was given a custodial sentence of 12 years and seven months. He was given a six-year extended licence period after a judge deemed him to be a dangerous offender. That will mean he will continue to be monitored by the appropriate authorities even after he is released from prison.
Five charged in hospital investigation
May 06, 2022
Five healthcare professionals will appear at court charged with criminal offences as part of a major investigation into the ill treatment of patients at Blackpool Victoria Hospital.
Family pay tribute to HGV driver killed in collision in Burnley
May 09, 2022
We were called at around 12.40pm on Friday (May 6) to a report that a HGV, travelling towards Blackburn Road on Higher Shuttleworth in Burnley, had left the carriageway and partially overturned.
Sadly the driver, who has since been named as Robbie Ackers, 54, from Middleton, was pronounced dead at the scene.
Appeal to find missing boy
May 10, 2022
He was last seen at around 2.40pm on May 3rd in Ashton-on-Ribble
Lancashire Police supporting national Firearms Surrender
May 11, 2022
The firearms surrender will take place between 12-29 May 2022.
The surrender gives holders the chance to dispose of the firearm or ammunition safely by taking it to a local police station and handing it in.
Eight arrested as part of drugs investigation
May 11, 2022
This morning’s activity follows a lengthy proactive investigation
Appeal following exposure incidents in Burnley, Padiham and Pendle
May 11, 2022
The first incident happened outside a property in Rosehill Road at around 2.50am yesterday (May 10). The incident is being linked to several others which have happened in the Burnley, Padiham and Pendle.
Man jailed for five years following serious assault and affray in Blackburn
May 12, 2022
Paul Donlin pleaded guilty to Section 20 Assault, two affrays and making off without payment. He was sentenced to five years custody at Preston Crown Court on Tuesday (May 10).
Seven charged with drug offences
May 12, 2022
Anyone with concerns about drug-dealing or any other criminal activity in their area can call police on 101 or 999 in an emergency. Alternatively, Crimestoppers can be contacted, in confidence, on 0800 555111 or online at crimestoppers.org
Teenager dies after collision
May 13, 2022
Owen Jones, from Crawshawbooth, was taken to hospital but sadly died yesterday afternoon
CCTV appeal following assault in Accrington
May 13, 2022
We want to speak to them after a man was assaulted on Blackburn Road, Accrington, between 8.45pm and 8.55pm on Wednesday (May 11).
The victim was walking close to the Bees Knees pub when he was attacked by a man who had been riding a bike.
Two jailed after pet dog killed
May 13, 2022
Ashley Grundy and Steven Robinson carried out the depraved act as revenge after a fall-out in a pub.
Man sentenced for manslaughter of partner
May 13, 2022
Donald Payne, 62, of Dinmore Avenue, Blackpool, was sentenced at Preston Crown Court to life and must serve at least 12 years before he is able to apply for parole after admitting to the manslaughter of Simone Ambler in March 2021.
Appeal following attempted armed robbery in Oswaldtwistle
May 15, 2022
Officers were called to the post office at the One Stop store, Union Road, at 9.28am yesterday (May 14).
Lancashire Police support Op Sceptre, national week of action against knife crime
May 16, 2022
From today (Monday 16th May), officers from Lancashire Police will be joining other police forces in the national Operation Sceptre week of intensive action to tackle knife crime.
UPDATE: Missing Adam from Barnoldswick found safe and well
May 16, 2022
Thank you, as ever, to everybody who shared and supported our appeal.
Cyclist seriously injured in Blackburn collision
May 16, 2022
We are appealing for witnesses after a cyclist was seriously injured following a collision in Blackburn.
Police were called around 4.15pm yesterday (Sunday, May 15) to a report of an accident on Manxman Road.
Man jailed after causing death of Accrington pensioner by dangerous driving
May 16, 2022
Thuron Miah was driving a white Vauxhall Golf at speed along Blackburn Road at 5.05pm on November 2, 2019, when he collided with 75-year-old Harry Davies as he crossed the carriageway. Mr Davies suffered serious injuries and was taken to Royal Blackburn Hospital. He sadly died there a short time later.
Updated appeal: Family pay tribute to motorcyclist who died following collision in Aughton
May 17, 2022
The family of David Swords said in a statement: “David was a loving dad and role model to all who knew him. He will be sadly missed by everyone. It is really sad that he had a great career in the Royal Green Jackets and successfully completed operational tours but has been taken from us in this way.”
Men sentenced after attack on colleague
May 17, 2022
Four men have been jailed after setting a vulnerable colleague on fire at a Wesham garage.
Investigation underway after death of woman
May 17, 2022
We were called to Sharoe Green Lane, Fulwood, at shortly before 2pm on Sunday (May 15) to reports a woman had been found unresponsive inside an address.
Tribute paid as investigation continues into death of woman
May 18, 2022
A 44-year-old man from Preston who we arrested on suspicion of murder has been bailed while our enquiries continue.
Six arrested in drugs operation
May 19, 2022
Six people – five men and a woman – have been arrested by officers investigating the supply of drugs from Merseyside into Leyland.
Man charged following indecent exposure incidents in Burnley and Padiham
May 20, 2022
Following consultation with the Crown Prosecution Service, Paul Whitaker, 58, of Berrington Way, Oakworth, Keighley, has been charged with six counts of exposure.
Investigation underway into Preston fire
May 20, 2022
Anyone with information should contact police on 101 quoting log 1347 of May 19th. Alternatively contact independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
Have you seen Robert Nolan, 40, from Skelmersdale?
May 21, 2022
We are appealing for witnesses and footage following an explosion at a property in Skelmersdale.
We also want to speak to 40-year-old Robert Nolan, from Skelmersdale, as part of our enquiries.
UPDATE: Three now arrested as investigation continues into Preston fire
May 22, 2022
Two 14-year-old boys have been arrested and released on police bail, pending further enquiries.
And this morning (Sunday) a third person – a 16-year-old boy – was also arrested. He has also now been released on police bail, pending further enquiries.