A 15-year-old boy from Leyland found with a machete and drugs has received a referral to Lancashire Youth Offending Team panel for an extended compliance period of six months with a total contract period of 12 months.

Lancashire Constabulary said the man, from the Leyland area, had originally attempted to evade police on a moped, before being detained in March.

Items seized included a knife, cannabis and a balaclava.

He was charged with the following:

Possession of a bladed article.

Possession of Class B - Cannabis.

Driving otherwise than in accordance with a licence.

Driving without insurance.

Appearing at Preston Crown Court he was also ordered to pay fines and costs, and the cannabis and machete were surrendered.

Leyland teen, 15, found with machete and drugs receives punishment