Published Date:
25 March 2008
A GANG of around 30 men wearing balaclavas burst into a Worsthorne pub.
The men, believed to have travelled from Manchester in five high-powered cars, arrived at the pub in Church Sqaure around 5 p.m. yesterday.
Around 12 officers were deployed to the pub and the police helicopter was also sent up.
One of the gang is believed to have driven at a police officer narrowly missing him.
Nine men have been arrested and currently in custody. It is believed the group was looking for a man from Burnley.
Anyone with information should contact Burnley CID on 472140.
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Last Updated:
25 March 2008 4:32 PM
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Source:
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Location:
Burnley
