Lancashire Police have shared this statement regarding the incident which brought armed officers and a massive Police presence to Blackpool today (Saturday 3rd October).
The statement reads, “We were called to Central Drive, Blackpool, at 12.48pm today (October 3) following a report of a woman had been assaulted by a man.
“Officers attended the area to make arrest enquiries.
“Having received information that the suspect may have weapons and that potentially dangerous dogs inside the property, the decision was made for armed officers to attend the scene.
“A thorough search of the property was conducted and a number of dogs were found, including one which was deceased. However, the suspect was not located and arrest enquiries remain ongoing. This is being treated as an isolated incident and there is no wider threat to the public.
“The female victim of the assault has been safeguarded.
“Anyone with information is asked to call 101 and quote log 677 of 3rd October 2026.”
