'˜Serious assault' claim was hoax call

Claims of a serious assault at a Blackpool house turned out to be a hoax call, police say.
Peter Street, Blackpool. Picture from Google mapsPeter Street, Blackpool. Picture from Google maps
Peter Street, Blackpool. Picture from Google maps

Several police patrols were called to an address on Peter Street at around 5.30pm after a 999 call was made.

An unknown person alleged a serious attack had taken place at the property, however, on arrival officers discovered no such attack had taken place.

Police are currently investigating the incident.

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A spokesman said: “Anyone who wastes the time of the emergency services will be dealt with very seriously. We are very busy and anyone who makes a hoax call is taking our time away from other people who really need it.”

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