Friday, November 13, 2026
A man has been charged following a series of business burglaries in Preston city centre.
The incidents all occurred during the early hours of Sunday, 21st September 2026.
At around 4.10am, an intruder gained entry to The Greyfriars on Friargate after smashing a window panel in a side door. Once inside, approximately six to eight bottles of spirits worth around £300 were stolen from behind the bar. Around £500 worth of damage was caused during the break-in.
Later that morning, a suspect targeted Bar Pintxos on Market Place, gaining entry by smashing the front door window. Once inside, around £150 was stolen from the till and a tip jar was taken from the counter.
At approximately 8.50am, Nytclas on Market Street was also targeted. A suspect smashed a glass panel to gain access to the bar area and stole several bottles of alcohol along with a tip jar containing around £10.
Following a number of enquiries by officers from the Preston City Centre Neighbourhood Policing Team, a 37-year-old man was arrested yesterday (Thursday 12th November) on suspicion of burglary.
We can now tell you that Nicholas Kirkby, 37, of no fixed address has been charged with three counts of burglary other then a dwelling.
He will appear at Burnley Magistrates Court on 22nd February 2027