12-year-old 'being dealt with' after Preston police officer racially abused
The officer was patrolling the city centre at the time of the incident
Police in Preston say they're dealing with a 12-year-old boy after an officer was racially abused whilst on patrol.
It happened in the city centre on Friday night when officers were patrolling the city centre, including the bus station, following multiple reports of anti-social behaviour.
A Lancashire Police spokesperson said: "Last night Preston Neighbourhood Policing team and members from the Special Constabulary carried out an ASB operation within Preston City Centre including the bus station. This was as a result of multiple reports of anti social behaviour in the area.
"During the operation one of our Officers was subjected to racial abuse by a 12 year old child who has since been identified and is being dealt with accordingly.
"This type of conduct and anti social behaviour will not be tolerated. We endeavour to work closely with the public to identify offenders and hot spot areas.
"If you are suffering any ASB in your area, please report this to us through our reporting methods. "