2024
Trio charged with murder after man fatally struck by a car on Christmas Day
Monday, December 30, 2024
Following consultation with the Crown Prosecution Service, we have charged three men with Kirk Marsden's murder.
Appeal after man is seriously injured in collision in Pilling
Sunday, December 29, 2024
When officers attended, they found that a Jaguar X-Type car had left the road and collided with a workshop building.
Tribute paid to former soldier who died following Boxing Day collision in Ormskirk
Sunday, December 29, 2024
Lee Kervin, 50, a former soldier, was described by his heartbroken family as a ‘chatty social butterfly’ who was always ready to help people out.
Update: Third arrest after man fatally struck by a car in Blackburn
Saturday, December 28, 2024
This evening (28th December), a 26-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of murder. He is in custody.
Appeal following fatal fail-to-stop collision in Ormskirk
Friday, December 27, 2024
Emergency services were called to Dicks Lane at 6.46pm on Boxing Day following report a cyclist travelling towards Wigan Road on a Cross XC Range bicycle had been struck by an unknown vehicle.
The cyclist – a man in his 50s – suffered multiple serious injuries and was taken to Aintree Hospital. He was sadly pronounced deceased in the early hours of this morning. Our thoughts remain with his loved ones at this distressing time.
Murder investigation launched after man fatally struck by car in Blackburn
Friday, December 27, 2024
At 4.48pm on Christmas Day we were called to reports of an altercation outside The Gate Street Bar and Grill on the corner of Moorgate Street during which a man in his 30s was struck by a Toyota Land Cruiser.
The man, who we can now name as 37-year-old Kirk Marsden (pictured) from Blackburn, suffered multiple serious injuries. Kirk was taken to Royal Preston Hospital where he sadly died in the early hours of Boxing Day.
Man charged after fatal Nelson collision
Monday, December 23, 2024
A man has been charged after a woman died following a collision in Nelson.
7 year old wins £150 for books for their school
Friday, December 20, 2024
1274 children entered this years competition and two were selected as winners who received £150 book vouchers for their school. One design was chosen as the Chief Constable's christmas card and the other was chosen as the Police and Crime Commissioner's christmas card.
Heartbreaking tribute paid to mum who died following Nelson collision
Tuesday, December 17, 2024
The daughters of the woman who sadly died following a collision in Nelson have paid a heartbreaking tribute to ‘the most awesomest mum’.
Man jailed after high-value burglary in Burscough
Monday, December 16, 2024
A man has been jailed for 40 months following a burglary.
Woman dies and five arrested following collision in Nelson
Monday, December 16, 2024
A woman has died after a collision in Nelson, and we’re asking for your help.
Heartbreaking tribute after fatal collision
Monday, December 16, 2024
Our thoughts remain with Max's loved ones. If you have information please call us.
Drink driver jailed for causing collision
Friday, December 13, 2024
The collision resulted in a motorcyclist losing his leg
Family pay tribute to a “true force of nature” who sadly died in collision on Sunday
Tuesday, December 10, 2024
Family have today paid tribute to a “true force of nature” who sadly died in a collision in Preston on Sunday.
Man jailed after raping teenager in Burnley
Monday, December 9, 2024
At Burnley Crown court, he pleaded guilty and was today given a 19-year sentence, comprising of 11 years in custody, and eight years on extended license.
Appeal after man dies during Storm Darragh
Saturday, December 7, 2024
Our thoughts are with the man's loved ones
Investigation underway after death of woman
Friday, December 6, 2024
Our thoughts are with Susan's family. Anyone with information should call us on 101
Lancashire and Merseyside Police Join Forces to Crack Down on Drink and Drug Driving
Tuesday, December 3, 2024
By collaborating both hope it will send a clear message to drivers: nowhere is safe when it comes to driving under the influence.
Man wanted in connection with Ormskirk murder detained in Greece
Tuesday, December 3, 2024
Over the last 16 months we have been asking for your help locating 21-year-old Thomas Dures who we wanted to speak to as part of our ongoing investigation into the murder of Matthew Daulby in Ormskirk.
3,000+ organised crime suspects arrested since launch of Op Warrior, and we’re going after more.
Thursday, November 28, 2024
Lancashire’s relentless pursuit of criminals has resulted in 3,067 arrests, along with seizures of 52,070 cannabis plants, 1019KG of class A and class B drugs and over £5M of cash in the two years since its launch.
Investigation underway after man dies following Rossendale assault
Tuesday, November 26, 2024
We received a report of a serious assault at Waterfoot Social Club on Ashworth Street, Rossendale, at 11:51pm on Saturday, 23rd November.
Family tribute after fatal collision
Monday, November 25, 2024
Our thoughts remain with her loved ones. If you have information, please contact 101, quoting log 1176 of 24th October 2024, or email [email protected]
Seven arrested as part of £350,000 prescription drugs theft probe
Monday, November 25, 2024
Our officers executed search warrants in Nelson, Barnoldswick and Blackburn this morning (25th November) and seized mobile phones, a quantity of Class B and Class C drugs, cash and designer items.
