Armed police called to reported knife incident in Rutland as teen arrested
The 17-year-old boy is currently on bail
A teenager has been arrested in Rutland after police received reports of a man threatening a member of the public whilst carrying a knife.
Armed officers were called to the scene on High Street East in Uppingham at around 9.15pm on Friday.
A 17-year-old boy has been arrested on suspicion of:
- possession of a knife blade/sharp pointed article in a public place
- using threatening/abusive/insulting words/behaviour with intent to cause fear of violence
- and assaulting a constable in the execution of their duty
He's currently on bail as investigations continue.