Teenager arrested after knife reported in Witham

Summarised from 3 outlets · Updated 8 Oct, 09:14 · Archive

A 17-year-old was arrested after reports of a knife on Newland Street in Witham on Tuesday evening.

A 17-year-old boy was arrested after police received reports of a knife being seen in Witham. The incident was reported on Newland Street at around 6.50pm on Tuesday, October 6.

Essex Police responded quickly to the reports from members of the public. Officers arrested the teenager on suspicion of possessing an offensive weapon in a public place and possession of a Class B drug.

The boy was released on bail until December 8 while the investigation continues. Police have appealed for information from anyone who witnessed the incident or has details about what occurred.

Members of the public who may have information are asked to contact Essex Police quoting investigation reference 42/159640/26.

How it is being reported

• Teen arrested after police called to reports of person with knifeA teenage boy has been arrested after reports from the public of a knife being seen. An arrest of a 17-year-old also took place.Colchester Gazette · 8 Oct, 08:56
• Teen arrested after police called to reports of person with knifeA teenage boy has been arrested after reports from the public of a knife being seen. An arrest of a 17-year-old also took place.Echo (Basildon) · 8 Oct, 08:56
• Teen arrested after police called to reports of person with knifeA teenage boy has been arrested after reports from the public of a knife being seen. An arrest of a 17-year-old also took place.Brentwood Guardian · 8 Oct, 08:56

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