Thieves have ripped up more than 20 ‘high value’ paving stones from an Oswaldtwistle street.

The offenders targeted Lock Street overnight between Wednesday, October 4, and Thursday, October 5.

It is the latest street to be targeted in Hyndburn after both Avenue Parade and Spencer Street in Accrington were raided last month.

Paving stones ripped up from Lock Street in Oswaldtwistle.

Lancashire Police said they have not been informed about the latest incident.

Mark Cooper, who lives on Lock Street for 10 years, said it is the second time this year that paving stones have been stolen and has urged residents to be vigilant and prevent future thefts.

He said: “We didn’t hear anything when it happened.

Paving stones ripped up from Lock Street in Oswaldtwistle.

“On Wednesday night there was really strong winds and heavy rain.

“It was a shock the next day.

“It’s a flagged area and very old stone and they probably got a high value for it.”