Police to hold third open day

3:16pm Monday 5th May 2008

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LANCASHIRE police are holding an action-packed open day in June to launch Operation Summer Nights.

Visitors will be able to take a look inside the police helicopter, take a tour around an ambulance and major incident support vehicles, speak to trained armed police officers, and see the police horses in riot training action.

There will also be an organised police dog display, a tour through the Crime Scene Investigation tent, and a chip pan fire demonstration.

It is the third open day of its kind at Lancashire Constabulary's headquarters site in Hutton, Preston, on Sunday June 29.

Agencies from across Lancashire will provide interactive displays all aimed at promoting the Operation Summer Nights campaign message - Drink sensibly this summer'.

Lancashire Constabulary assistant chief constable Chris Weigh said: "Operation Summer Nights is now in its third year and it goes from strength to strength.

"Last year we had more than 4,000 visitors despite the poor weather and we are hoping for even more this year so don't miss out and register for your free ticket."

Organisers have made 6,000 tickets available on a first come, first served basis and these will be available from 8am tomorrow.

To reserve tickets, register online at www.lancashire.police.uk or www.LimaCharlie.org or by calling 01772 412008.