Teen arrested after flare let off on crowded train near Lostock Hall railway station

Officers from the British Transport Police were called to Lostock Hall following reports of a disturbance on Saturday evening (October 2).

On arrival it was discovered a flare had been set off on a crowded train near the station.

A 16-year-old was later identified and brought in for questioning, police said.

Enquiries are ongoing.

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