A man has climbed onto a roof in Chorley and is currently refusing to come down, causing concern as he has been hurling objects and igniting small fires in the presence of law enforcement officers.
Lancashire Police have issued a warning for the public to steer clear of a street in Chorley where the incident is unfolding. The man, who ascended to the roof earlier in the day, has not descended despite police intervention.
Emergency crews are on-site at Bolton Road where the man has been throwing objects and setting minor fires. The area has been sealed off, and the reason behind his rooftop actions remains unclear.
The police were alerted to the situation at 9:16 am and have requested the public to avoid the vicinity until the matter is resolved.
Local residents have observed a significant presence of police, fire engines, and paramedics at the scene, with access restricted to pedestrians and drivers, according to reports.
Witnesses have reported that the man scaled scaffolding to reach the roof and has been causing damage by throwing tiles down, resulting in harm to parked vehicles, including broken windscreens.
In an official statement, Lancashire Police confirmed the incident, stating that the man has been engaging in dangerous behavior by throwing objects and starting fires. Emergency services, including the fire department, are actively managing the situation on the ground.
Authorities have urged the public to stay away from the area to facilitate a safe resolution of the ongoing incident.