A man has been arrested and charged with multiple offences in Accrington.

Scott Taylor was arrested by police for suspected vehicle interference and theft.

The 41-year-old was charged with five offences and will appear before magistrates court in March.

A spokesperson for police said: “This morning (Tuesday) Hyndburn Taskforce have been on foot patrol in Accrington town centre - it was lovely to speak to you if you were out in town this morning and saw us.

“During this time we have located and arrested Scott Taylor, of Whalley Road, Accrington, for vehicle interference and theft from a shop.

“Scott has been charged with five offences and will appear before Blackburn Magistrates court in March 2024.

“These alleged offences predominately happened in Clayton.”