24-year-old arrested in Darwen as Anyon Street wakes to sound of sirens this morning
Published 4th Dec 2025, 10:42 GMT
A man in his 20s was arrested after reports of an assault in Darwen this morning.
Officers arrested a 24-year-old man after they were called to an address in Anyon Street at 5.39am (December 4).
Residents reported a number of officers attending the scene, including five police vehicles, and the street was temporarily blocked off while they responded.
A spokesperson for Lancashire Police said: “We were called at 5.39am to an address in Anyon Street, Darwen, to a report of assault.
“Officers attended and a 24-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of assault. He’s currently in custody.”
The force has not released details about any victims or injuries at this stage.