East

Hyndburn Police crackdown on illegal vapes and tobacco

Friday, November 8, 2024

On 30^th October 2024, Hyndburn Police, working together with Trading Standards seized a large quantity of illegal goods from an empty commercial property in Oswaldtwistle.

Joint police operation targets illegal off-roading in Pennine Moorland

Monday, November 4, 2024

In a continued effort to tackle illegal off-road motorbikes being ridden on the Pennine Moorland surrounding Rossendale and Rochdale, Lancashire Constabulary and Greater Manchester Police carried out a joint operation on Saturday 26^th October 2024.

East Division success at Special Constabulary awards

Thursday, October 31, 2024

Several Special Constables have been celebrated at an awards ceremony for their contributions to Lancashire Police and the public. The event, held at Lancashire Constabulary Headquarters in Hutton, on Tuesday 15th October, was attended by Specials from across Lancashire and was presented by Assistant Chief Constable Karen Edwards.

Blackburn and Hyndburn Police host diversionary activity to tackle anti-social behaviour

Wednesday, October 30, 2024

The Blackburn with Darwen and Hyndburn Safer Neighbourhoods Team, alongside Blackburn Neighbourhood officers, proudly organised a ‘Sparktacular Stroll’ at Witton Park, an interactive diversionary event aimed at young people.

Man arrested following vehicle interference in Great Harwood

Wednesday, October 30, 2024

We have arrested a man in connection with vehicle interference in Great Harwood.

On 30^th October 2024, we were called to a report of a man trying car door handles on Frankland Chase, Great Harwood.

Lancashire Police and other emergency services join forces for Bonfire Night safety campaign

Friday, October 25, 2024

Lancashire Police, Lancashire Fire and Rescue Service, and North West Ambulance Service (NWAS) are once again joining forces to tackle anti-social behaviour and promote safety ahead of this year’s Bonfire Night celebrations.

Burnley shoplifter jailed

Friday, October 25, 2024

A shoplifter has been jailed for numerous shoplifting offences in Burnley.

Neighbourhood Policing Team conduct successful operation in Hyndburn

Friday, October 18, 2024

The Hyndburn Neighbourhood Policing Team, in collaboration with multiple partner agencies, carried out Operation Rally on Wednesday (16^th October 2024). The operation aimed to address community concerns, tackle anti-social behaviour and remove unsafe vehicles from the streets.

Burnley man jailed for drug offences

Wednesday, October 16, 2024

A man has been jailed for 40 months after we found a large amount of drugs and cash in an address in Burnley.

Colne shoplifter given two-year Criminal Behaviour Order

Friday, October 11, 2024

A woman from Nelson had been given a two-year Criminal Behaviour Order (CBO).

Two men charged for burglaries across East Lancashire

Friday, October 11, 2024

We have charged two men following 12 burglaries across East Lancashire.

East Division celebrated at Lancashire Constabulary Excellence Awards

Wednesday, October 9, 2024

Officers and staff from across East division enjoyed a night of celebration at this year’s Lancashire Constabulary Excellence Awards.

Darker nights are creeping in…don’t let thieves do the same

Tuesday, October 8, 2024

With the days getting shorter and the nights drawing in, Police across Pendle and the Ribble Valley are warning people to make their belongings as hard a target as possible for thieves to hit.

Man jailed for theft from a motor vehicle and shopliftings in Accrington

Thursday, October 3, 2024

A man has been jailed after a theft from a motor vehicle and numerous shoplifting offences in Accrington

8 vehicles seized in successful road operation in Blackburn

Thursday, October 3, 2024

On the 2^nd October 2024, Blackburn Police carried out their second Road Ready Revamp operation, resulting in further progress toward improving road safety and accessibility in the town.

Man charged following vehicle interference in Blackburn

Wednesday, October 2, 2024

We have charged a man following vehicle interferences in Blackburn.

Arrests made following burglary in Nelson

Wednesday, October 2, 2024

We have arrested two men following a burglary at an address in Nelson.

Four men have been charged following high value burglaries in East Lancashire

Thursday, September 26, 2024

We have charged four men following a spate of burglaries and thefts across rural areas in East Lancashire.

Burnley Police target speeding and ASB in community day of action

Tuesday, September 24, 2024

On Wednesday 18^th September, the Burnley Neighbourhood Policing Team conducted a successful day of action, engaging with the local community, schools and enforcing public safety measures across the area.