Man jailed for taking vehicle without owner's consent in Accrington
A man has been jailed after taking a vehicle without the owner’s consent in Accrington.
Officers were called to reports of two men acting suspiciously inside a vehicle in the Lower Antley Street area on Tuesday, January 27, 2026.
When officers arrived at the scene, both men ran off.
A 46-year-old man was arrested nearby, while enquiries are ongoing to identify the second suspect.
Kieran Nolan, 46, of no fixed address, was later charged with taking a motor vehicle without the owner’s consent.
He appeared before Blackburn Magistrates Court on January 29, where he was sentenced to ten weeks in prison and fined £154.
Inspector Mo Lorgat, from the Hyndburn Neighbourhood Team, said the force understood the concern such incidents can cause within local communities.
“Your information and continued support play a vital role in helping us keep Hyndburn safe,” she said.
“Our officers remain committed to working closely with the community, listening to your concerns, and taking decisive action against those who engage in criminal behaviour.
“We will not tolerate criminality in Hyndburn and will continue working together to protect our neighbourhoods.”
Residents with concerns about issues in their area are encouraged to sign up to Lancashire Talking to have their say and receive updates from police.