Search launched in Chorley following reports of man 'waist deep in water'

A search was launched in Chorley following reports of a man waist deep in water, say police.

Officers received reports of a man in Anglezarke Reservoir just off Moor Lane at around 10.15pm on June 8.

A search was launched yesterday at Anglezarke Reservoir following the reports 
Pic: Googlemapsplaceholder image
A search was launched yesterday at Anglezarke Reservoir following the reports Pic: Googlemaps

Police searched the area using a police helicopter but were unable to locate the man.

A spokesman for Lancashire Police said: "We received reports of a man waist deep in water. A search of the area was made but the man was not located.

"Our enquiries are ongoing."

Anyone with information is asked to contact police quoting log reference of 1542 of June 8.

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