Published by Robert L Senior Reporter on Tuesday, 28th May 2024, at 11:00hrs A man wanted by police in the Fylde Coast at the weekend has been handed a prison sentence after pleading guilty to theft from motor vehicles in the St.Annes area. Ajay Wilkinson, 20, from Burnley, was being hunted down over the weekendContinue reading “Wanted Man Started The Weekend ‘Spitting Bars’ Then Ended it Behind Bars”
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Police Update After Unexploded Ordnance Found On Lytham Beach
Published by Robert L Senior Reporter on Tuesday, 28th May 2024, at 19:50hrs Lancashire Police were called this afternoon to a report of an unexploded ordnance that had been found on Lytham beach by a member of the public. The member of the public took it to a nearby property before police arrived, a 100Continue reading “Police Update After Unexploded Ordnance Found On Lytham Beach”
Motorbike Seized After Reports Of Anti-Social Behaviour In Coppull
Published by Robert L Senior Reporter on Tuesday, 28th May 2024, at 19:08hrs A motorbike has been seized, and the driver reported after residents report it being ridden in an anti-social manner and speeding. In a social media post, Chorley Police said, “Today, 28/05/24 Police responded to a report that there were two motorbikes beingContinue reading “Motorbike Seized After Reports Of Anti-Social Behaviour In Coppull”
Man Arrested After Victim Suffers Serious Head Injuries In Blackpool Pub
Published by Robert L Senior Reporter on Tuesday, 28th May 2024, at 19:05hrs Lancashire Police have thanked members of the public for sharing their appeal to identify a suspect after a man suffered serious head injuries in an assault earlier this month. In a statement released today, Blackpool Police said, “Earlier this month, we askedContinue reading “Man Arrested After Victim Suffers Serious Head Injuries In Blackpool Pub”
Nothing To Be Concerned About Say Police After Man Brandishing Machete Runs Through Burnley Street
Published by Robert L Senior Reporter on Tuesday, 28th May 2024, at 19:00hrs Lancashire Police have reassured members of the public that there is nothing to be concerned about after man seen running through town centre brandishing a machete. In a statement released today, Burnley and Padiham Police said, “Today at approximately 3pm members ofContinue reading “Nothing To Be Concerned About Say Police After Man Brandishing Machete Runs Through Burnley Street”
Former Surgeon Charged With Sexual Assault Against Hospital Staff
Published by Robert L Senior Reporter on Tuesday, 28th May 2024, at 15:00hrs A former surgeon has been charged as part of an investigation into allegations of sexual assault at Blackpool Victoria Hospital. In a statement made today, Lancashire Police said, On Tuesday 14th of March last year, we were contacted by the hospital whoContinue reading “Former Surgeon Charged With Sexual Assault Against Hospital Staff “
Police Close Blackburn Road Due To Road Traffic Collision
Published by Robert L Senior Reporter on Tuesday, 28th May 2024, at 12:15hrs Police in Billington are warning drivers to avoid the Whalley Road area as they deal with a road traffic collision this afternoon. The road is reported to be closed from the junction with Painter Wood Road. In a social media post, BlackburnContinue reading “Police Close Blackburn Road Due To Road Traffic Collision”
Rush Hour RTC Forces Cliviger Road Closure
Published by Robert L Senior Reporter on Tuesday, 28th May at 09:00hrs/updated on Tuesday 28th May, at 10:25hrs Police are advising motorists to find alternative routes after a road traffic accident in East Lancashire this morning, the road is expected to be closed for some time. In a social media update, Burnley and Padiham PoliceContinue reading “Rush Hour RTC Forces Cliviger Road Closure”
Emergency Services Responding to Fleetwood Explosion
Published by Robert L Senior Reporter on Monday 27th, May 2024, at 20:00hrs/updated on Tuesday 28th May 2024 at 01:00hrs Emergency services are currently working alongside Electricity North West after an explosion this evening in Fleetwood. In a social media post, Fleetwood area Police said, “At 7:20pm. today, we were called to reports of anContinue reading “Emergency Services Responding to Fleetwood Explosion”
Lancashire Police Museum Shortlisted For Two Prestigious Local Visitor Awards On Its Second Year Anniversary
Published by Robert L Senior Reporter on Monday, 24th May 2024, at 16:45hrs Launching back in 2022, Lancashire Police Museum set in the former Lancaster Castle Prison grounds has been one of the go-to places to visit for the people of Lancashire and beyond, showcasing all things Lancashire Police and the Constabulary’s history. Last week,Continue reading “Lancashire Police Museum Shortlisted For Two Prestigious Local Visitor Awards On Its Second Year Anniversary”