Police helicopter scrambled after reports of car 'break-in' in Chorley

The police helicopter was mobilised after thieves attempted to steal a car in Chorley last night.

Officers were alerted to reports of an attempted car theft at around 3am on Corporation Street.

Officers were alerted to reports of an attempted car theft at around 3am on Corporation Street. PIC: Googlemapsplaceholder image
Officers were alerted to reports of an attempted car theft at around 3am on Corporation Street. PIC: Googlemaps

A spokesman for the police said: "We were called to reports that somebody was attempting to break into a car in Chorley.

"Officers attended. Two men made off from the scene. We made a search of the area, but no arrests were made."

Anyone with information can contact police on 101 quoting log reference 120 of May 17.

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