The reaction: 'This is every parent's worst nightmare'

Speaking after sentencing, Tom Snape, senior crown prosecutor for the Crown Prosecution Service North West, said: "Nicolette Goldrick's brazen actions caused unimaginable terror as she attempted to abduct a baby.

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This incident encapsulates every parent's worst nightmare, forcing her mother to chase after her.

"Goldrick's abuse to the officers upon her arrest suggests she has little remorse for her actions.

"I hope the baby's parents can begin to move forward knowing Goldrick has faced the consequences of her actions."

DC Ian Peachy, of Blackpool CID said: "Nicolette Goldrick saw an innocent baby sat in her pram that day and brazenly walked up and tried to take her from her parents, in what must have been a terrifying moment for them.

"She then left the scene, and attempted to evade our officers, before spitting in their face upon arrest.

"It's not for me to comment on the sentence passed, but I do hope that the baby's family can now begin to move forward in their lives knowing Goldrick has been brought to justice."

respond and simply walked away.

But she returned to the scene later that afternoon dressed in different clothing.

The mother's husband recognised her and called the police.