Man in his 70s arrested after numerous complaints about indecent exposure in Lancashire

A pensioner was arrested on suspicion of indecent exposure following numerous complaints in Rossendale.

Police said they received a number of reports about a man indecently exposing himself in Rossendale over recent days.

Officers later confirmed a 74-year-old man from Bacup was subsequently arrested on suspicion of indecent exposure.

He remained in custody on Thursday morning (April 21).

A 74-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of indecent exposure following numerous complaints in Rossendale.placeholder image
A 74-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of indecent exposure following numerous complaints in Rossendale.

“We are continuing to investigate other suspected offences,” a spokesman for Lancashire Police said.

Anyone with information can call 101 or email [email protected], quoting log 0893 of April 20.

News you can trust since 1886
Follow us
© 2026 Iconic Media Group Ltd. All rights reserved.Cookie SettingsTerms and ConditionsPrivacy notice