2024
UPDATE: Investigation ongoing into the cause of Preston fire
Friday, November 15, 2024
We are continuing to investigate the circumstances around a fire in Preston and want to update you on the latest.
Emergency services were called around 6.30pm on Tuesday to a report of a fire at a property near to the city centre in Church Street.
Two charged with murder in Blackpool
Friday, November 15, 2024
They will appear at magistrates' court this morning (Friday)
East Lancashire drug dealers jailed for nearly 90 years
Friday, November 15, 2024
Eighteen members of a gang who conspired to flood the streets of East Lancashire with crack cocaine and heroin were sentenced on Wednesday.
Eight arrested following proactive operation in Great Harwood
Friday, November 15, 2024
They all remain in custody at this time.
Man given 34 year sentence after attempting to murder man in his own home
Friday, November 15, 2024
After deeming Jacob Gill to be a dangerous offender, Judge Robert Altham, The Recorder of Preston, sentenced him to 29 years custody and a further five years on extended licence. Gill will have to serve two thirds of that sentence until he is eligible to go before the Parole Board.
Man charged with stabbing in Skelmersdale
Wednesday, November 13, 2024
We were called at 10.54pm on Saturday 9th November to a report of an assault which had happened in an alleyway near to the Buffs club on Ormskirk Road.
Shoplifters Beware! Lancashire Police’s Operation Vulture Is Cracking Down On Shoplifting
Wednesday, November 13, 2024
Since the launch of Op Vulture in March of this year, there have been over 2,100 positive outcomes for shoplifting offences, including charges, arrests and criminal behaviour orders (CBOs).
Two arrested as Blackpool murder investigation continues
Wednesday, November 13, 2024
We attended The Garfield Hotel on Springfield Road in the resort on Sunday (November 10th) following a concern for welfare call.
Sadly, Kevin Price, 59, was found dead inside the address.
Murder Investigation underway after body found in Blackpool
Tuesday, November 12, 2024
A murder inquiry is underway after the body of a man was found in Blackpool.
Update: Pedestrian dies following collision in Bamber Bridge
Monday, November 11, 2024
We were called to Tramway Lane at around 6.35pm on 24th October to a report of a collision between an Audi S3 and a pedestrian.
Appeal after man dies in M6 collision
Thursday, November 7, 2024
Our thoughts are with all those affected. Some road closures remain in place - please check before travel
Appeal after man suffers serious injuries in Accrington assault
Thursday, November 7, 2024
They found that a man in his 50s had been assaulted by six men who were travelling in a Land Rover and a BMW X5.
Three arrested after fireworks thrown at police officers
Wednesday, November 6, 2024
Our officers attended a report of a large fire causing danger to the community on Meadow Street, Great Harwood, to support our colleagues from the fire service yesterday evening (5th November.)
Man jailed after sexual assault in Lancaster
Monday, November 4, 2024
He pleaded guilty and was sentenced to 14 months in prison. He also received a 10-year Sexual Harm Prevention Order (SHPO).
Appeal after 12-year-old boy suffers serious injuries in collision
Friday, November 1, 2024
At 9:50pm last night, we received a report of a collision between a BMW 320D and a pedestrian at the Baylton Drive junction Preston Old Road in Catterall.
Morecambe man jailed for sexually assaulting a teenager
Friday, November 1, 2024
He sat on a bench next to the girl, started a conversation and assaulted her.
Man jailed after breaching Sexual Harm Prevention Order
Thursday, October 31, 2024
He was jailed for 22 months in total at Preston Crown Court yesterday.
Man jailed after raping woman in her own home
Wednesday, October 30, 2024
On Monday , James Critchley was sentenced to seven years and eight months in prison, following a trial at Preston Crown Court.
Family pay tribute to motorcyclist who died following collision at Burrow
Wednesday, October 30, 2024
“He had been riding bikes since the age of 12. He was described by his friends as big and daft, with a heart of gold and a belly laugh so loud he could stand in for Father Christmas."
Brothers jailed for sexual offences
Friday, October 25, 2024
We hope the sentences give others the confidence to come forward and speak about what may have happened to them.
Appeal after collision leaves woman with serious injuries
Friday, October 25, 2024
We were called to Tramway Lane, Bamber Bridge at 6:35pm yesterday (24th October) to a report of a collision between an Audi S3 and a pedestrian.
Congratulations to our Special Constabulary Annual Awards winners
Wednesday, October 23, 2024
Standout Specials rewarded for their dedication and commitment
Motorcyclist dies following collision at Burrow
Tuesday, October 22, 2024
The emergency services were called at 1.20pm yesterday (21st October) to the A683 Burrow Road, to a report of a road traffic collision.
Man jailed for taking part in disorder in Blackpool
Tuesday, October 22, 2024
Shane Taaffe-Rhodes was involved in disorder on the Promenade and later joined in a disturbance at JD Sports in the Houndshill Shopping Centre where the shop was attacked.
