News - September
Woman missing from home
September 06, 2019
The 67-year-old has been found safe. Thanks to everyone who shared our appeal.
Murder investigation in Blackpool: tribute from Marlene's family
September 06, 2019
The family of Marlene McCabe have paid tribute to her.
Man charged in Lancaster murder investigation
September 06, 2019
Connor Reece, 24, of no fixed address, has tonight been charged with murder. He has been remanded to appear before Preston Magistrates’ Court tomorrow morning (7 September).
Blackpool murder investigation: man charged
September 07, 2019
A man has been charged by detectives with the murder of Marlene McCabe.
Two men seriously hurt in Burnley collision
September 07, 2019
We were called at 00:05 hours on Saturday, 7 September, to reports of the incident on Colne Road, Burnley.
Witness appeal following fatal collision in Samlesbury
September 08, 2019
A 65 year old pedestrian was sadly pronounced dead at the scene.
Appeal after serious collision on M55
September 09, 2019
We were called at 03:35 hours on Sunday 8th September to reports a Vauxhall Mokka had collided with the central reservation, before colliding with a tree between junctions 1 and 3.
Pensioner robbed in Preston
September 09, 2019
The 82-year-old victim was walking to her car on Sulby Drive, Preston at about 11am on Thursday, August 29th
Appeal following attempted abduction in Blackburn
September 09, 2019
We were called at around 8:30am on Friday 6 September to the report a 12 year old boy was walking through Corporation Park when he was approached from behind by a man. He grabbed the boy around the neck and attempted to take him away.
CCTV appeal after Blackpool robbery
September 10, 2019
Around 12.30am on August 9, a 21-year-old man was walking with another man and three women on Devonshire Road. As the group turned towards a cut-through leading to the junction of Enfield Road and Fielding Road, the victim was attacked and punched to the back of the head.
Girl, 5, injured in Lancaster collision
September 11, 2019
The incident occurred on Saturday (September 7th) at around 6.30pm on Thirlmere Road, when the pitbike-style vehicle collided with a five-year-old girl.
Cyclist injured in Blackpool
September 11, 2019
Around 7.35am yesterday (Tuesday, September 10) a 52-year-old man was riding his bike on East Park Drive when he fell, colliding with the road.
Appeal following collision in Lancaster
September 11, 2019
We are appealing for information following a collision in Lancaster in which a motorbike collided with a child.
Witness appeal after fatal collision
September 12, 2019
The incident happened at just after 2pm yesterday (Wednesday, September 11) when a Nissan Micra was involved in a collision with a DAF truck on the A674 Chorley Road at the junction with Bury Lane.
Fourth arrest in Aughton armed robbery investigation
September 13, 2019
Detectives are continuing their appeal for information as a fourth person is arrested in connection with an armed robbery in Aughton.
Update following fatal house fire in Blackpool
September 14, 2019
We are satisfied that the fatal house fire which occurred yesterday (Saturday) in Blackpool is not suspicious.
We remained at the scene overnight and into this morning carrying out an investigation with colleagues from the Fire Service, and the incident is now being treated as accidental.
Witnesses sought following fail to stop collision in St Annes
September 16, 2019
We were called at 21:05 hours on Sunday (15 September) to reports a pedestrian had been seriously injured on St Annes Road West.
Week of action to tackle knife crime - Op Sceptre
September 16, 2019
Lancashire Constabulary is committed to protecting the community from the potentially devastating consequences of knife crime
The search is now on for the 2020 Young Citizen of the Year
September 16, 2019
The search is now on to find someone deserving of the Lancashire Young Citizen of the Year award – and we are asking you to help us find them.
If you know someone aged under 21 who has done something selfless for another person, organisation or their local community we want to hear from you.
Investigation underway after Blackpool robbery
September 17, 2019
Police were called around 3.20pm on Friday (September 13) to reports of an incident at an address in Wilford Street.
Man injured in Skelmersdale street assault
September 17, 2019
happened at around 9pm on Saturday 7 September, when a man in his 40s was assaulted as he walked along Flaxton.
Boy sentenced for role in violent disorder
September 17, 2019
A youth has been sentenced to six years detention in a Young Offenders' Institution for his role in an incident of violent disorder which resulted in the death of a Blackburn dad.
Mobile exhibition to inform of signs of modern day slavery
September 17, 2019
A mobile exhibition which highlights the signs of modern day slavery will be in Lancaster on Saturday (21 September).
Appeal to find teenager, 15, from Blackpool
September 18, 2019
The 15 year old girl missing from home in Blackpool has been found.
Seven arrested in Fleetwood drugs raids
September 18, 2019
Seven men have today (Wednesday, September 18) been arrested by police following a series of dawn raids in the Fleetwood area.
Appeal to trace two people following collision in Lea
September 18, 2019
We are asking for the public’s help tracing two people who made off from the scene following a collision in Lea.
Offensive video - statement
September 18, 2019
As soon as this video came to our attention we launched an investigation
UPDATE: Sex offender wanted by police
September 20, 2019
Further to our earlier appeal, Hassan Ali was arrested earlier today (September 20) in the Blackburn area.
Blackpool man wanted on prison recall
September 20, 2019
Have you seen registered sex offender Red O’Connor, also known as Red Vaughan, 30, wanted on recall to prison?
FOUND: Appeal underway to find missing man
September 22, 2019
A missing Rawtenstall man has been found safe and well.
Cyclist injured in Blackpool collision
September 23, 2019
Police were called around 9.45am yesterday (Sunday, September 22) after a reports of an accident at the junction of Queens Promenade and Knowle Avenue.
Appeal following disturbance at Skelmersdale pub
September 24, 2019
We are appealing for information following an altercation in the Elmridge Arms Public House (The Tanner) in Skelmersdale on the afternoon of Sunday 15th September 2019.
UPDATE: Appeal launched to find wanted sex offender
September 25, 2019
Further to our earlier appeals, wanted sex offender Ricky Stuart, 37, was arrested in the Burnley area today (Wednesday, September 25).
Thanks to everyone who shared our earlier posts to help find him.
Witnesses wanted in robbery investigation
September 25, 2019
Police were called at around 3.05pm on Sunday (September 22) to reports a street performer had been robbed opposite Marks and Spencer in Fishergate.
Detectives investigate ATM attack
September 25, 2019
The incident happened at about 1am on Tuesday morning (Sept 24th)
UPDATE: Appeal following assault in Blackpool
September 26, 2019
Two men have been charged following an assault in Blackpool.
We were called by the ambulance service at around 5.30am on Tuesday to reports a man aged in his 20s had been assaulted on Bank Hey Street.
Knife crime week of action - results
September 26, 2019
Lancashire Constabulary is committed to protecting the community from the potentially devastating consequences of knife crime
UPDATE: Teenager missing from home in Preston
September 26, 2019
A 15 year old boy missing from the Preston area has been found safe.
Attempted murder investigation underway
September 26, 2019
At this time officers believe the attack was a targeted one.
UPDATE: Absconder wanted by police
September 27, 2019
We are appealing for information about a wanted prison absconder who is believed to be in the Blackpool area.
Hughie Scanlon absconded from HMP Kirkham yesterday (Thursday, September 26).
Duo jailed following collison which led to the death of a teenager
September 27, 2019
A woman and a man have today (27 September) been jailed following the death of teenager Jackson Pickering.
Search continues for prison absconder
September 28, 2019
Scanlon absconded from HMP Kirkham on Thursday
UPDATE: Man wanted in connection with rape
September 30, 2019
Further to our earlier appeals, Francis Doherty, 66, wanted in connection with a rape investigation in Accrington, has been arrested.
Prison absconder arrested
September 30, 2019
He has now been charged with absconding from lawful custody
Concern growing for teenager missing from home in Chorley
September 30, 2019
Have you seen Virginia Stoian, aged 15?
We are growing increasingly concerned for her welfare as she has been missing from home in Chorley since September 23rd.
Pair Recognised for Bravery
October 01, 2019
PC Mark Fletcher, 40, a response officer based in Rossendale and Leanne Collopy 25, have been named as recipients of The Queen’s Commendation for Bravery Medal.
Re-appeal to trace wanted absconder
October 02, 2019
We are re-appealing for information about the 25 year old who is wanted for absconding from HMP Kirkham on 4 August.
UPDATE: Witness appeal after Chaigley collision
October 03, 2019
A motorcyclist who suffered serious injuries following a collision in Chaigley has sadly died.
UPDATE: CCTV appeal after Blackburn sex assault
October 03, 2019
Further to our earlier CCTV appeal in connection with a sexual assault investigation in Blackburn, we have now identified and spoken to two men.
Thanks to everyone who shared our appeal for information.
UPDATE: Sex offender wanted
October 04, 2019
Further to our earlier appeal, wanted sex offender Kenny Dickson was arrested earlier today (Friday, October 4) in the Greater Manchester area.
UPDATE: Man dies following Skelmersdale fire
October 11, 2019
A murder investigation is underway after a man died following a fire in Skelmersdale.
Robert Beattie, 48, died yesterday (Thursday, October 10) following the incident on September 26.
UPDATE: Appeal launched to find wanted prisoner
October 17, 2019
A man who absconded from prison has been arrested.
Lewis Aspinwall, 24, formerly of Marmion Road, Aigburth, Liverpool, absconded from HMP Kirkham on September 10.
Aspinwall was arrested in the Merseyside area on Sunday (October 13).