Man arrested after police officer is attacked in Blackpool

A police officer has been saved from a serious attack in broad daylight in Blackpool town centre this morning (July 28).
By Matthew Calderbank
Published 28th Jul 2020, 12:47 BST
Updated 28th Jul 2020, 13:31 BST
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The officer was attacked at around 8.15am in Queen Street, Blackpool, close to its junction with Dickson Road.

Fortunately for the officer, a man had been passing the scene and rushed over to help.

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A 29-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of being drunk and disorderly, police assault and criminal damage.

Lancashire Police has praised the brave citizen who came to the officer's rescue and said he has "undoubtedly prevented serious injuries to the officer".

Police are now appealing for the 'courageous' man to come forward, so the force can thank the man for his help.

Earlier this morning, Blackpool Police tweeted: "A member of the public courageously assisted an officer in Queen St this morning who was being assaulted.

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"This undoubtedly prevented any serious injuries to the officer but they left the scene before any details were taken.

The officer was attack happened at around 8.15am in Queen Street,Blackpool, close to its junction with Dickson Road. Pic: GoogleThe officer was attack happened at around 8.15am in Queen Street,Blackpool, close to its junction with Dickson Road. Pic: Google
The officer was attack happened at around 8.15am in Queen Street,Blackpool, close to its junction with Dickson Road. Pic: Google

"Not only would be we like to express our greatest thanks to the man but we would also like to get an account from him as to what he witnessed if possible.

"Was this you or did you witness this incident?

"Please get in touch on 101 quoting log 0259. Either way, thank you!"