Police issue security advice after Leyland intruder alert

CCTV has been shared of a man caught trying doors on the Worden Park Estate, and one mum shared the horrifying story of an intruder who snuck into her house as her children slept upstairs.

Sergant Anthony Burgess, of the South Ribble Police Neighbourhood Policing Team, said: “Whilst there has been no significant increase in crime, there has been a recent spate of bicycle thefts around Leyland which we are investigating.

“I would like to take this opportunity to remind the public to remain vigilant. Take crime prevention steps, such as securing your vehicles and bicycles when unattended, do not leave valuable items on show and take reasonable steps to secure your property.

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