Lancaster and Morecambe’s Neighbourhood Policing team recently attended a ‘Safe Street’ community event at Morecambe FC Mazuma Stadium.
Visitors were able to watch a live demonstration of a staged road traffic collision, with emergency services cutting the roof off and extracting a person from a vehicle. The demonstration allowed the public to see how emergency services work together during a serious road incident and use their resources.
Officers spoke to guests about anti-social driving, providing relevant safety advice and guidance on the law. They also offered free bike security marking, to prevent bicycle theft.
Lancashire Fire and Rescue Service, National Highways, IAM RoadSmart and Lancashire County Council were in attendance, along with local businesses such as G&J Shuttleworth.
Deputy Police and Crime Commissioner Andy Pratt was also in attendance, who said: "Any opportunity to engage with the public about road safety and anti-social driving is a chance to raise awareness of the dangers of driving dangerously, as part of work to make our communities safer for everyone.
"The police cannot tackle this issue alone, we need everyone to work together in partnership and events like this are a clear sign that we are working across various organisations to make proactive change and prevent victims.
“Both Commissioner Andrew Snowden and I know that people want to see those driving at high speeds, or carelessly with no regard for others using our roads, stopped and challenged – targeting dangerous drivers is a Fighting Crime Plan priority and the Commissioner will continue to hold the Chief Constable to account and protect the people of Lancashire."
Sophie Lyden, who organised the event, said: “I think it’s really important to hold events like Safe Street to make sure that the community is talking about road safety.
“It’s great to bring people together to talk about road issues and also make it fun and interactive for the families and the kids.
“We can’t wait for SafeStreet 2024!”
Operation Centurion is the new county-wide crackdown on anti-social behaviour, led by Lancashire Constabulary and backed by Police and Crime Commissioner Andrew Snowden, delivering his Fighting Crime Plan priority of getting tough on anti-social behaviour, with the support of our partners.
You can report to police by calling 101 or reporting online. Always dial 999 in an emergency.
BIG FIGHT COUNTDOWN: Tyson Fury's father John headbutts Usyk supporter ahead of undisputed heavyweight title fight
Decision to refuse Galgate housing scheme planning permission upheld following public inquiry
INTERVIEWS and PHOTOS: The story of Highest Point festival 2024
INTERVIEW: Lancaster prison officer backed by Tyson Fury wins sport contest ahead of Miss England bid
VIDEO and INTERVIEW: Lancaster schoolboy, 10, makes drum 'n' bass DJ debut at Lancaster festival
Highest Point 'Lancaster Rocks' night cancelled due to thunderstorms warning
Quad bike rider dies after road crash in Morecambe
Morecambe guesthouse couple to star on reality TV show 'Four in a Bed'
PHOTOS: Northern Lights dazzle on Highest Point festival day one
Mother and son unveiled as new Lancaster mayoral team
New police and crime commissioner for Lancashire begins role
Morecambe homeless man jailed after admitting criminal damage
Firefighters tackle fire at flat in Morecambe
Lancaster youth charity awarded £221,400 towards vision for 'creative youth space' in city
Tennis club near Lancaster unveils new courts after £50,000 fundraising campaign
INTERVIEW: Highest Point chief 'proud' of lineup for 2024 festival
Highest Point festival stage times: all you need to know
Highest Point team 'excited' for sunny weekend as prep continues ahead of Lancaster festival
New Friends group officially formed to support popular Morecambe music venue
"Overwhelming support" as award-winning Lancaster bakery announces shock closure
