Tesco security guard attacked with 'knife' after man 'attempts to steal alcohol' in Preston

Police rushed to Tesco Express in Longridge Road following reports of an assault at around 8.55pm on Wednesday (October 7).

A man had reportedly entered the store and attempted to steal alcohol before arguing with a security guard.

He then allegedly pulled a knife from his back pocket before attacking the guard, resulting in the victim suffering "minor head and wrist injuries."

Officers have since confirmed a 25-year-old man from Preston has been arrested on suspicion of robbery and assault. He remains in custody for questioning.

A spokesman for Lancashire Police said: "It was reported a man had entered the shop and attempted to steal alcohol before assaulting a security guard using a knife.

"The guard suffered minor head and wrist injuries. Officers attended and detained a man at the scene.

"A 25-year-old man from Preston has been arrested on suspicion of robbery and assault and is in custody."