Operation Rally sees police officers hit streets of Pendle to tackle crime and anti-social behaviour
A crackdown on crime and anti-social behaviour saw police officers hit the streets of Pendle.
The day of action, named Operation Rally, focused on tackling issues that have been highlighted by residents, businesses and visitors to the area. Officers from the Pendle Neighbourhood Policing Team, Roads Policing Unit and the Stolen Vehicle Unit worked alongside partners from the Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) in Barrowford, delivering a full day of proactive activity.
The operation aimed to increase police visibility, address crime and engage directly with the community.
Focusing on improving road safety a total of 11 traffic offence reports were issued, including using a mobile phone while driving, parking on zig-zag lines, failing to wear a seatbelt and carrying insecure loads.
In response to concerns around dangerous parking near schools, neighbourhood officers visited five schools to speak with drivers about safe parking and highlight the consequences of unsafe behaviour. Officers also delivered educational sessions at two additional schools and spoke to an explorer Scout group about the risks associated with ketamine use.
Joint enforcement activity with the DVSA targeted vehicle safety and compliance. Officers issued four immediate prohibition notices for serious defects such as illegal tyre tread, faulty lights and excessively worn brake pads. A further four delayed prohibition notices were issued for issues including missing wheel bolts and loose suspension components.
During proactive patrols in areas affected by anti-social behaviour, officers seized an off-road bike and an e-bike. Enforcement activity also resulted in arrests, including one person on suspicion of possession with intent to supply drugs and another who was recalled to prison.
Sgt Carl McCoy from the Pendle Neighbourhood Policing Team said: “We remain committed to tackling the issues that matter most to our communities, and days of action like this are central to our neighbourhood policing approach. Being out on the ground helps us stay visible, build trust, and work closely with residents to address concerns together.
“We would continue to encourage people to share their views through our Lancashire Talking survey, so we can keep focusing on the priorities that have the greatest impact locally.”