Another Mistreatment At Care Home

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Police say a man from Preston has been arrested following an investigation into the mistreatment and neglect of residents in a care home in Lostock Hall.

The 63 year old was arrested on suspicion of being a guardian neglecting a patient at the Briarwood Rest Home in Lostock Hall.

He's has been bailed until next month pending further enquiries.

A 58 year old woman also from Preston was previously arrested on suspicion of assault and has also been bailed.

Meanwhile, a 41 year old woman from Preston arrested on suspicion of wounding has been bailed until the same date.

The arrests are part of an on-going investigation by the Lancashire force into the alleged mistreatment and neglect of residents at the Briarwood Rest Home which cares for around 20 elderly people.

The investigation began earlier in June after police were made aware of a complaint about the treatment of a resident at the home.

Following the initial complaint other allegations have been made and these are now also under investigation.

Detective Inspector Jes Holland, of Lancashire Police said: “These arrests are part of a thorough investigation into serious allegations of mistreatment of residents at Briarwood Care Home.

The enquiry is complicated and is at a relatively early stage.

We have a team of specialist detectives working on this case who are also offering support to those families who may have had loved ones identified as being allegedly mistreated.

“Our priority from the outset has been to ensure the safety of patients within the home and the Constabulary has been working closely with working closely with the Care Quality Commission and the Adult Social Care Service at Lancashire County Council."

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