On the day after the Chancellor of the Exchequer announced swingeing cuts to public services, including the police, Home Office crime statistics released today show that Lancashire is still a […]
Human skull find is cockle picking victim
Police have confirmed that a human skull found in Silverdale is that of a Chinese woman Liu Qin Ying who was believed to have lost her life along with her […]
Residents and businesses warned of dangers of identity theft
A Lancashire detective who has himself been the victim of identify theft is urging others to take precautions with their personal details at home and at work. The officer’s warning […]
Motorists and pedestrians warned to take care as darker nights arrive
Lancashire Constabulary is warning motorists to drive with care as the dark nights set in — taking extra caution on the roads and ensuring their vehicle is in a roadworthy […]
Students get fresh look at crime prevention
Over 750 students were given crime prevention advice at Lancaster University’s Freshers’ Fair last week. Members of Lancaster’s crime prevention team attended the event on Friday and handed out packs […]
Free crime prevention tools for Lancaster, Morecambe residents
Local residents can get switched on to home security as the nights draw in – with the help of free crime prevention tools. Timer switches – which can turn lights […]
Police bravery awards presented to members of the public
Pictured (left to right): Lancaster’s mayoress Christine Wade, Chief Supt Tracey Launder, Robin Smethurst, Lancaster’s mayor Coun Tony Wade, Jack Ferguson, Lucinda Wannop and Clare Lyden. Photo courtesy Lancashire Constabulary […]
Summer Road Safety Campaign Launched
Lancashire Police and the Lancashire Partnership for Road Safety launched their summer drink drive campaign today. Police officers were out in force as part of a national crackdown targeting those […]