Lancashire Police update as two teenagers arrested after break-in at disused Hesketh House in Fleetwood

Two teenagers have been arrested after copper was stolen from the empty Hesketh House government building in Fleetwood.

Fleetwood police on patrol spotted two men coming out of the building, on Broadway, each carrying a bag.

A police spokesperson said: “Officers told the men to stop but they became verbally abusive and ran off.

“After a short pursuit, the two men were stopped and detained on Brock Avenue, with officers finding two large rucksacks filled with copper nearby. “

One man, aged 18, was arrested on suspicion of burglary other than a dwelling and handling stolen goods.

The second man, also 18, was arrested for burglary other than a dwelling, handling stolen goods and possession of a bladed article in a public place.

They were both taken to custody and have since been bailed whilst police continue their investigations.