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November

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Man jailed for being involved in Blackpool disorder

Friday, November 29, 2024

Morgan Spencer, 21, was identified at being at various scenes of the disorder which happened on Saturday 3rd August.

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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. 

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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.

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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]

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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.

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Thornton Cleveleys man jailed for manufacturing a firearm

Monday, November 25, 2024

It was discovered when Lancashire Police officers carried out a firearms warrant at Brown’s home in Thornton Cleveleys, in June this year.

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Appeal after serious collision

Wednesday, November 20, 2024

Anyone with information should contact police on 101 quoting log 1034 of November 19th.

You can also email the Serious Collision Investigation Unit on [email protected]

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Restorative Justice Week 2024

Wednesday, November 20, 2024

Restorative Justice (RJ) is about bringing victims and offenders together, after a crime has been committed.

It’s a voluntary process and is an opportunity for the offender to apologise and victims to get answers to any questions they may have.

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Appeal following Serious Assault in Darwen

Tuesday, November 19, 2024

Our officers were called to Church Street, Darwen, at 11.46pm on Saturday (12th October) following reports that a number of people were involved in disorder.

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3500+ arrests made for anti-social behaviour since the launch of Op Centurion

Monday, November 18, 2024

Since the launch of Op Centurion in July 2023, Lancashire Constabulary has issued 826 civil actions and made 3548 arrests due to anti-social behaviour

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Two charged with murder in Blackpool

Friday, November 15, 2024

They will appear at magistrates' court this morning (Friday)

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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.

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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).

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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.

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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.

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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

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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.)

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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).

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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.