A MAN has been arrested and charged after a burglary in which over £20,000 worth of stock was stolen.

The burglary occurred on May 17 at City Electrical Ltd in Clitheroe.

Police from the Clitheroe Neighbourhood Team alongside members of the Rural Task Force investigated the incident and identified John Hindle of Whalley Road, Accrington as one the offenders.

Hindle was arrested earlier today and is due to appear in court at later date that is yet to be confirmed.