A FERRET, believed to have escaped from its owner's house, has been found on the A6 in Blackrod, near the Ridgway Arms pub.

The pet, picked up by Frank Turner, was narrowly missed by two cars on the road.

The ferret looks well cared for and is now being looked after by Mr Turner at his Chorley home.

For more information about the animal, telephone 01772 626599.