Attempted murder arrest after van ploughs into pedestrians near Blackpool

A man has been arrested on suspicion of attempted murder after a van hit two pedestrians in Lancashire in the early hours. It happened in the Breck Road of Poulton-Le-Fylde, near Blackpool, shortly before 1am in the early hours of this morning (Sunday).

A Ford Transit van crashed into two men, Lancashire Police said. One, in his 20s, suffered serious injuries. He remains in hospital for treatment. The other, in his 40s, suffered injuries described as 'minor.'

The van left the scene afterwards, a Lancs Police said. "In the early hours of this morning, the van was located and a 32-year-old man, from Great Eccleston, was arrested on suspicion of attempted murder, causing serious injury by dangerous driving, drink-driving and drug driving" a force statement said.

"We want to reassure you that this is being treated as an isolated incident, and there is not thought to be any threat to the wider public" they added.

Detective Inspector Dave Little, from the force's West CID said: “This has left a man with some serious injuries, and first and foremost, my thoughts are with the two injured and receiving treatment.

“We know that this may be concerning for the community to hear, but I want to reassure you that there is not thought to be any wider threat to the public, and a dedicated investigation is underway. I also need to ask for your help. We know that the incident took place at a busy time of night, in a busy area, and there will have been people around, who we may not have spoken to.

“If this is you, or you know someone who was out in Poulton-Le-Fylde last night, or if you have seen footage circulating on social media, please do the responsible thing, and get in touch with us.

“Whilst an arrest has been made, our enquiries are