A man has been arrested after a police officer was assaulted while responding to a call.

PC Hanson, had attended a routine call on Dilworth Court, Longridge, yesterday evening (August 20) which then escalated.

A 44-year-old male was arrested on suspicion of criminal damage and assault on an emergency service worker.

A spokesperson for the police said: “This incident happened in view of members of the public who may have been alarmed.

“To reassure residents, this is not part of wider community concern.

“A thank you to the local residents who checked on the welfare of PC Hanson, and the passing officers from Lancashire Fire and Rescue who also stopped to offer their help.”

The male is awaiting interview and an investigation is ongoing.

Witnesses are being asked to call 101 or email via the Lancashire Police website and quote log LC-20210820-0823.