Hoghton Exposure Case: Man Charged and Remanded in Custody

Published by Robert L Senior Reporter on Thursday 10th April 2025 at 13:10hrs


A 36-year-old man has been charged in connection with recent incidents of exposure in Hoghton, police have confirmed.

Anthony Hollingsworth, of no fixed address, was arrested on Sunday as part of an ongoing investigation into the concerning incidents.

Following consultation with the Crown Prosecution Service (CPS), Hollingsworth has now been charged with two counts of exposure.

Police provided an update today, confirming that Hollingsworth has been remanded into custody.

He is scheduled to appear at Preston Magistrates Court on Friday, May 30th.

The arrest and subsequent charges follow reports of exposure incidents in the Hoghton area, which prompted a police investigation.

Authorities are continuing their inquiries and urge anyone with further information related to these incidents to come forward.

They can contact Lancashire Police on 101 or report information online via the Lancashire Police website, quoting the relevant incident number.

This development will likely be welcomed by the local community in Hoghton who have been understandably concerned by these incidents.

The police have reiterated their commitment to ensuring the safety and well-being of residents.

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