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Preston drug dealer jailed
Friday, May 30, 2025
A drug dealer from Preston has been jailed after a routine stop and search found Class A drugs.
Knife amnesty bin installed in Ormskirk to take weapons off our streets
Friday, May 23, 2025
Another knife bin has been installed in West Lancashire as part of our ongoing work to prevent knife crime.
Preston burglar jailed
Friday, May 23, 2025
A burglar who targeted a home in Preston has been jailed.
Chorley shoplifter jailed for breaching Criminal Behaviour Order
Friday, May 16, 2025
A shoplifter from Chorley has been jailed for breaching a Criminal Behaviour Order (CBO) preventing him from entering shops in the town.
West Lancs shoplifter jailed for breaching Criminal Behaviour Order
Friday, May 16, 2025
A shoplifter has been jailed for breaching a Criminal Behaviour Order (CBO) preventing him from entering stores in Skelmersdale.
Prolific Preston shoplifter jailed and banned from City Centre Shops
Thursday, May 8, 2025
A prolific shoplifter who targeted stores across Preston has been jailed and issued with a Criminal Behaviour Order (CBO).
Three jailed for spate of Chorley burglaries
Thursday, May 1, 2025
Three burglars who targeted homes across Chorley have been jailed for a total of 10 years.
Large cannabis grow discovered in Preston
Tuesday, April 29, 2025
We are investigating following the discovery of a large cannabis grow in Preston.
Man charged with Preston burglary
Thursday, April 24, 2025
We have charged a man following a burglary and attempted burglary in Preston.
Lancashire Constabulary’s South Division welcomes new Superintendent.
Friday, March 28, 2025
Superintendent Scott Boast is the new Operations Manager for Preston with overall responsibility for Neighbourhood, Response and Response Investigations teams.
Lancashire’s longest serving PCSO still serving the community at 75!
Friday, March 28, 2025
Lancashire’s longest serving PCSO is still walking the beat, despite turning 75 years old.
Burglary who targeted homes in Preston jailed
Friday, March 14, 2025
A burglar who targeted multiple homes in Preston City Centre has been jailed for more than six years.
Illicit tobacco and vapes seized in multi-agency strike day in Preston
Friday, March 14, 2025
Illegal cigarettes and vapes worth around £2000 have been seized after a multi-agency day of action in Plungington.
Woman recalled to prison for breaching Criminal Behaviour Order
Monday, March 3, 2025
A shoplifter has been recalled to prison after breaching a Criminal Behaviour Order preventing her from entering shops in Preston City Centre.
South Division officers recognised at Lancashire Constabulary’s Problem Solving Awards
Monday, February 3, 2025
Lancashire Police’s South Division, which covers the areas of Preston, Chorley, South Ribble and West Lancashire, have recently celebrated success at the 6th annual Problem Solving Awards which celebrates the best examples of innovative policing in Lancashire.
South Lancashire officers and staff commended at Commander’s Awards
Wednesday, January 29, 2025
57 people have been recognised for their outstanding contribution to Lancashire Constabulary’s South Division at the Divisional Commander’s Commendations Ceremony.
Preston man charged with fragrance thefts
Wednesday, January 22, 2025
We have charged a man after fragrances were stolen from Boots in Preston.
Woman charged with theft from stores in Preston and North Yorkshire
Monday, January 20, 2025
We have charged a woman following a string of shoplifting offences in Preston and North Yorkshire.
Four charged with high value theft in Preston
Friday, January 17, 2025
We have charged four people following a high value theft from a shop in Preston.
Man arrested following burglaries in Preston
Thursday, January 9, 2025
We have arrested a man in connection with a number of burglaries in Preston.
Preston shoplifter jailed
Friday, December 27, 2024
Gary Stock jailed for stealing designer clothing worth over £800
Three arrested over spate of Chorley burglaries
Monday, December 16, 2024
We have arrested three men in connection with a string of burglaries and attempted burglaries in Chorley.
Large cannabis grow discovered in Chorley Town Centre
Thursday, December 12, 2024
We are investigating following the discovery of a cannabis grow in Chorley.
Jail for burglar who targeted homes in Leyland.
Thursday, November 21, 2024
A burglar who targeted homes across Leyland has been jailed.
