Blackburn man who hurled abuse at 'innocent’ staff member at Burnley Bus Station jailed
A Lancashire man who hurled abuse and threats at an “innocent” bus station worker has been jailed.
Police were called to reports of a man being aggressive towards a staff member at Burnley Bus Station on Sunday.
The offender was subsequently arrested on suspicion of causing damage and using threatening and abusive words and behaviour.
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Officers later confirmed Andrew Ashworth, from Blackburn, was sentenced to 18 weeks in prison for criminal damage and Section 4a Public Order.
A spokesman for Lancashire Police said: “We take these reports very seriously, this type of behaviour is unacceptable and those who conduct themselves in such a manner will be prosecuted.”
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