Published by Robert L Senior Reporter on Friday, 24th May 2024, at 12:40hrs A week of action to tackle knife crime across the country as seen arrests and weapons recovered as part of Operation Sceptre. In an update on social media, Greater Manchester Police said, “Across Greater Manchester last week, our officers were out inContinue reading “Greater Manchester Police Make 47 Arrests and Recover 47 Knives In National Week Of Action”
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Man Charged With Early Morning Preston Stabbing
Published by Robert L Senior Reporter, on Sunday, 19th May 2024, at 17:00hrs A man has been charged with the stabbing of a man in Preston. The incident happened on Friday morning just after 9.30am in the West Cliff area close to Miller Park, a man was taken to hospital in a serious but nonContinue reading “Man Charged With Early Morning Preston Stabbing”
Man Suffers Head Injuries In Lancaster Hammer And Machete Attack
Published by Robert L Senior Reporter, on Friday, 17th May 2024, at 16:40hrs A man was taken to hospital for treatment after suffering head injuries after being attacked by a duo carrying a hammer and machete. The incident happened in Lancaster over the weekend. Lancashire Police said in an appeal, “We are appealing for informationContinue reading “Man Suffers Head Injuries In Lancaster Hammer And Machete Attack”
Man Hospitalised In Friday Morning Stabbing On Preston Street
Published by Robert L Senior Reporter, on Friday, 17th May 2024, at 13:30hrs A man has been hospitalised after being stabbed in the chest in a Preston street this morning confirm Police. The victim suffered serious injuries during the attack and remains in hospital for treatment. In a statement Preston Police said, You might haveContinue reading “Man Hospitalised In Friday Morning Stabbing On Preston Street”
Two Men Jailed After ‘Taxi Ride’ Away From Scene Of Robbery In Blackpool
Published by Robert L Senior Reporter, on Thursday, 16th May 2024, at 13:30hrs Two men have been jailed for carrying out a knifepoint robbery at a convenience store in Blackpool. The offence took place in Blackpool back in January. Lancashire Police said, “We launched an investigation after cash, and cigarettes were taken in the raidContinue reading “Two Men Jailed After ‘Taxi Ride’ Away From Scene Of Robbery In Blackpool”
Four Shops Sold Blades To Test Purchasers In Op Sceptre Crackdown In Rossendale
Published by Robert L Senior Reporter, on Wednesday, 15th May 2024, at 19:20hrs Lancashire Police have been out in the Rossendale area as part of Operation Sceptre, working alongside partner agencies to tackle knife crime across the county. Yesterday evening (Tuesday 14th May) they were tasked in visiting local shops in the area, and sadly, outContinue reading “Four Shops Sold Blades To Test Purchasers In Op Sceptre Crackdown In Rossendale”
Skelmersdale Police Discover Revolver In Knife Amnesty Bin
Published by Robert L Senior Reporter, on Wednesday, 15th May 2024, at 13:05hrs As Operation Sceptre continues across the county, on its third day Police in Skelmersdale provide an update after emptying one of their amnesty bins. Amongst several bladed articles police officers discovered a revolver inside the bin, posting an update on to theirContinue reading “Skelmersdale Police Discover Revolver In Knife Amnesty Bin”
Number Of Stores Fail Test By Selling Knives To Children In Op Sceptre Crackdown
Published by Robert L Senior Reporter, on Tuesday, 14th May 2024, at 17:20hrs As Operation Sceptre got underway across the country this week, Police in Preston have been out with Trading Standards carrying out test purchasing in the city centre in their crackdown on tackling knife crime. Young volunteers step up to help the localContinue reading “Number Of Stores Fail Test By Selling Knives To Children In Op Sceptre Crackdown”
Op-Sceptre-Knife Crime Itensification Week Begins Across Lancashire
Published by Robert L Senior Reporter, on Monday, 13th May 2024, at 10:10hrs Operation Sceptre, a nationwide intensification week aimed at tackling knife crime across the country, gets underway this week. Coordinated by the National Police Chief’s Council, operation sceptre runs from 13th May to the 19th May and brings all 43 Police Forces andContinue reading “Op-Sceptre-Knife Crime Itensification Week Begins Across Lancashire”