11 Held in 'Crash For Cash' Inquiry

Police are questioning 11 people following an investigation into an alleged "crash for cash" insurance scam.

The 10 men and one woman were arrested in Lancashire and Greater Manchester on suspicion of fraud.

Blackburn Police said homes in Blackburn, Accrington, Bolton and Manchester have been searched.

Temporary Chief Inspector Kevin Evans said: "As a result of this investigation a number of addresses have been searched in both Lancashire and Greater Manchester resulting in a number of arrests for fraud related offences."

Police have estimated that fraud of this kind across the country adds up to £45 a year for every genuine insurance premium customer.

He added: "Lancashire Constabulary is committed to reducing crime to make our communities safer and reduce the cost of crime to everyone."