A 16-year-old male, from Barrow, has been arrested this morning (11th May) on suspicion of assault occasioning in grievous bodily harm. The incident occurred at around 6pm on Monday the 10th of May in Barrow Park, Abbey Road. Police and Ambulance attended the scene. A 16-year-old male was taken to Furness General Hospital with head… Continue reading Police arrest a 16-year-old male following a serious assault in Barrow
Barrow Borough Council, The Forum and Barra Culture are celebrating the arts and culture of South Asia in a week-long celebration, The Festival of Colours, on Saturday 26 June. FESTIVAL OF COLOURS is inspired by the Indian ‘Holi’ festival, and will be an exciting mix of family workshops, performances and street food, and will culminate… Continue reading A Family Friendly Festival of Fun
Cllr Giles Archibald is to step down as the Leader of South Lakeland District Council (SLDC) after five years at the helm. Cllr Archibald, a Liberal Democrat, said he believed the time had come for a new Leader with a fresh perspective to take over. “I came in as Leader five years ago and a… Continue reading Cllr Giles Archibald to step down as Leader of South Lakeland District Council
Peter McCall has been re-elected as the new Police and Crime Commissioner for Cumbria today, Monday 10 May 2021, following an election across Cumbria. Peter McCall will serve as the Police and Crime Commissioner for the next three years, following five successful years in the role. As PCC, Peter McCall will have the responsibilities… Continue reading Peter McCall re-elected as Police and Crime Commissioner for Cumbria
As part of an ongoing operation into the exploitation of missing animals, police have today (10th May), arrested seven people. All arrests occurred in Barrow. The arrests follow an investigation, across 15 police forces, following reports that people with missing animals had been targeted and blackmailed via social media for money. Victims to the blackmail… Continue reading Seven arrested in ‘missing pet’ blackmail investigation
Walney, Barrow Police are investigating two incidents of indecent exposure and voyeurism that occurred at 5.50pm and 8.30pm on Sunday 9th May on Walney. The offender is described as in his late 30’s, of medium build, dark hair with long facial stubble and was wearing sunglasses a green sweatshirt/Mac and black cap at the time… Continue reading Local appeals – May 10, 2021
At 19:14 hours on 9 May 2021 two fire engines attended a fire at little acre Newbiggin involving a ground floor kitchen. Crews used two breathing apparatus and one hose reel to extinguish the fire. One casualty suffered the effects of smoke inhalation and was conveyed to hospital by ambulance. Crews remained in attendance for… Continue reading Cumbria County Council Fire Incidents Update
Police are investigating the theft of a beige Trek mountain bike which was stolen from the rear of a property in Barrow. The theft occurred on Greengate Street overnight 8th May. Anyone with information should contact 101, quoting incident number 37 of 9 May. Alternatively you can contact the independent charity Crimestoppers, anonymously, on 0800… Continue reading Local Appeals – 9 May – Theft of a beige Trek mountain bike
Cumbria Police are teaming up with professionals who help people steer clear of substance misuse to warn of the dangers of buying prescription drugs online. Constabulary officers and staff from Unity, the alcohol and drug recovery service, are issuing the advice following a number of deaths suspected to be linked to this… Continue reading Police and partners issue warning over drugs dangers
Police are releasing CCTV footage as part of an investigation of shoplifting that occurred at The Coop on Abbey Road, Barrow, at around 9:30am on the 4th of May. During the incident, 11 bottles of gin were taken from the store without payment being offered. Officers are keen to speak to the male pictured as… Continue reading Police release CCTV footage in Barrow shoplifting investigation
