This category relates to all things to do with crime in Preston.
Stolen motorbike used for anti-social behaviour found poorly stashed on Guild WheelA stolen bike that was then taken on to be involved in anti-social behaviour has been found poorly stashed, police have said. The bike was found on Tuesday (February 27) […]
4 weeks ago New Detective Superintendent for Preston and South RibbleLancashire Police’s South Division have welcomed a new Detective Superintendent. Detective Superintendent Mark Haworth-Oates will be responsible for investigations across Preston, Chorley, South Ribble and Lancashire. Mark has worked in […]
4 weeks ago Emaciated dog named ‘Moana’ found in Moor Nook by RSPCAAn emaciated dog was found in Moor Nook by the RSPCA after a call from a concerned member of the public. The female pocket bully was found with cropped ears […]
1 month ago Gun shot on London Road in Preston was likely firing blanksA gun fired this morning in Preston was likely a blank-firing weapon, police have said. Police were called at around 9am this morning (February 27) to London Road and road […]
1 month ago Advertisement Advertisement London Road reopens after shots fired in PrestonLondon Road has now reopened after shots were fired in Preston. Reports of a firearms discharge caused road closures including Cranborne Street, London Road and Adelaide Street. Preston Police asked residents […]
1 month ago Current Lancashire Police deputy chief constable to take on top roleThe current deputy chief of Lancashire Police is to become the new head police officer for the county. Sacha Hatchett has been announced as the new Chief Constable. She will […]
1 month ago Man seriously injured in hit-and-run tractor crash in PenworthamPolice are appealing for information after a man was seriously injured in a tractor collision in Penwortham. South Ribble Police are asking for witnesses and dashcam footage after they were […]
1 month ago Roads remain closed after shots fired near London Road in PrestonReports of a firearms discharge has caused road closures including Cranborne Street, London Road and Adelaide Street. Update: Latest on the shooting incident as London Road fully re-opens Preston Police […]
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