Man with knife arrested after Lancashire Police called to Preston city centre pub The Bears Paw

A man was arrested after trying to enter a pub in Preston armed with a knife last night.

Police were called to the Bears Paw in Church Street after doormen found a man in possession of a ‘large knife’ at around 9pm (Sunday, August 2).

The pub said “the situation was dealt with immediately” and the door team ‘intercepted’ the weapon before the man entered the premises. No one was harmed in the incident.

Lancashire Police said a 42-year-old from Preston was arrested on suspicion of affray and being in possession of a knife/bladed article. He remains in custody.

A police spokesperson said: “We were called at 9.03pm yesterday to the Bears Paw, Church Street, Preston, to a report a man had entered the premises in possession of a knife.

“Our officers attended and a 42-year-old man from Preston was arrested on suspicion of affray and being in possession of a knife/bladed article. He’s currently in custody.”

Management at the Bears Paw added: “Our exceptional door team intercepted a large knife before it could enter our premises.

“Thanks to their professionalism, vigilance and quick actions, the situation was dealt with immediately, ensuring the safety of our customers and staff.

“We’d like to say a huge thank you to our doormen for the outstanding job they did this evening. Their actions prevented what could have been a very serious incident.

“Anyone found carrying a weapon or behaving in a threatening manner will be refused entry, removed from the premises and reported to the police.

“The Bears Paw is a pub where people come to relax, enjoy themselves and feel safe. We intend to keep it that way.”