Preston police chase ends with pedestrian knocked down as officers chase carload of armed teenagers
A pedestrian was knocked down after police gave chase to a carload of teenagers armed with weapons...
A police chase through Preston ended with a pedestrian being knocked down as officers pursued a carload of teenagers armed with weapons this morning.
A police spokesperson said: “You might have seen police activity in the New Hall Lane and Ribbleton areas of Preston this morning, and we want to tell you why.
“At 8.21am we received reports that teenagers armed with weapons had been seen in New Hall Lane in Preston. They were then seen to get into a car and drive off.
“The car was later seen on Cromwell Road where it failed to stop when requested to do so.
“Following a short pursuit the car collided with a pedestrian, before coming to a standstill. Thankfully, the pedestrian was not seriously injured.
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“Five males have been arrested on suspicion of affray and possession of an offensive weapon and remain in custody at this time. Weapons have also been recovered from the scene.
“This is being treated as an isolated incident between individuals known to each other. However, reassurance patrols have been increased in the area as a precaution. They will remain in place over the coming days.
“We know there were numerous people in the area filming. We would ask any witnesses or anyone with footage which would assist our investigation to call 101 and quote log 256 of April 29, 2026.”