Published by Robert L Senior Reporter on Monday 17th March 2025, at 18:35hrs
A series of incidents unfolded on Willow Crescent in Ribbleton this afternoon, beginning with a collision between a motorbike and a parked car, followed by reports of an attempted robbery and subsequent arrests.
Lancashire Police responded to reports of a motorbike collision on Willow Crescent shortly after 4 PM today. While en route, officers received further information regarding an attempted robbery that had occurred prior to the collision.
It was reported that a man was threatened with a weapon and assaulted.
In response to the escalating situation, armed officers were dispatched to the scene.
At approximately 4:35 PM, police arrested two men, a 19-year-old and an 18-year-old, on suspicion of wounding.
A man in his 20s sustained injuries during the reported assault and is currently receiving treatment at a local hospital.
Fortunately, his injuries are not believed to be life-threatening.
“We understand that incidents of this nature can cause concern within the community,” stated a spokesperson for Lancashire Police.
“We want to reassure residents that this is being treated as an isolated incident, and we have increased our presence in the area as a precautionary measure.”
An investigation into the sequence of events is currently underway.
Police are appealing to the public for any information or footage that may assist their enquiries.
Anyone with relevant information is urged to contact Lancashire Police on 101, quoting log number 0924 of March 17th.
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