Youths were reportedly throwing eggs in Bamber Bridge yesterday.

Police stopped and searched several culprits on Sunday (October 30) after reports of anti social behaviours coming from locations in the Bamber Bridge area.

The officers stopped and searched the youths and got hold of their details for follow up enquiries.

The Neighbourhood police and Inspector Moys and Sgt Timperley were patrolling the local area last night to ensure that everyone has a ‘safe Halloween weekend.’

A spokesperson for the police said: “Chorley Neighbourhood have been made aware of anti-social behaviour in the Bamber Bridge area - including the throwing of eggs.

“Rest assured there are patrols actively patrolling this area and we will not be tolerating ASB.

“Some eggcellent news - our officers have stopped and searched several youths and have obtained their details for follow up enquiries.

“Targeting will continue in this area. Chorley Police are wishing everyone a safe Halloween weekend, please report any issues to us via 101 or 999 in an emergency.”