'Should not be approached': Knife-wielding man wanted by Fylde Police after repeated thefts
Fylde Police have been investigating a series of lead thefts from a church roof in Ansdell.
The church has been targeted on five separate occasions with the offences happening in the early hours of the morning.
These thefts are causing a significant amount of damage to the church, costing thousands in repairs and replacements.
The church have increased their crime prevention measures by installing CCTV cameras, anti-vandal paint and motion sensor lights.
Police have been conducting regular patrol during their shifts and have based themselves inside the church during the night to try and catch the offender in the act.
They have also been given full access to live CCTV footage including motion activation alerts.
In addition, police have received another report of a lead theft from a church roof in Lytham.
Enquiries are ongoing however they believe these incidents may be linked.
Police are now appealing for any information regarding the male featured in the CCTV footage as they would like to speak with him in connection with these incidents.
The male seen on CCTV is holding a large knife and so if sighted, should not be approached.
If you have any information relating to these incidents or believe you recognise the male, please contact at [email protected].
Or alternatively you can call 101 quoting log reference 0129 of the 2nd December 2025.