POLICE are investigating reports that a man was forced into the boot of a car before it was driven off.

The incident is thought to have happened in the Milnshaw Park area of Accrington between 4.30pm and 5pm on Friday.

Police are looking for a silver car, possibly a Nissan or Vauxhall, in connection with the incident.

No arrests have been made and police say the investigation is ongoing.

A spokesman for Lancashire Police said: "Witnesses reported seeing a man forced into the boot of a car on Milnshaw Park before driving off. The car is described as possibly being silver and a Nissan or Vauxhall. To help us identify those involved I'm appealing for any witnesses who may have seen what has occurred or have any information to contact us."

Anyone with information should call Blackburn CID via 101 and quote log number 1087 of the 25th September. Alternatively call Crimestoppers, anonymously, on 0800 555111.