Three men spotted 'acting suspiciously' in Thornton as residents told to 'be on their guard'

Residents have been urged to remain vigilant after a van and three men were seen acting suspiciously in Thornton.
By Sean Gleaves
Published 15th Mar 2021, 14:33 BST
Updated 15th Mar 2021, 16:08 BST
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The men ran off after being disturbed by a resident in Pheasants Wood Drive at around 3.50am today (Monday, March 15), police said.

Officers believe a van that was sighted in the area at the time of the incident may be connected to the three men.

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"We're asking people to be on their guard after a van and three males were seen acting suspiciously in the area of Pheasants Wood," PC Mandy Clarke, of Lancashire Police, said.

Police are asking people to be on their guard after a van and three males were spotted acting suspiciously in Thornton.Police are asking people to be on their guard after a van and three males were spotted acting suspiciously in Thornton.
Police are asking people to be on their guard after a van and three males were spotted acting suspiciously in Thornton.

"If you have also seen the vehicle in suspicious circumstances or you have any information you think could help us, please contact [email protected]."

You can also report crime and incidents by visiting the Lancashire Police website HERE.

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