Man arrested after report of machete used to try to stop a car in Norton
Police are still appealing for information after the incident in Stoke-on-Trent
A man has been arrested after a report of someone carrying a machete who tried to stop a car in Norton, Stoke-on-Trent.
It happened on Pinfold Avenue at around 4.40pm on Monday 19th October.
The man was described as black and wearing a black jacket, beige trousers and black shoes, according to police.
Officers from the force's City Intervention Team went to the scene but did not find anyone matching the description.
After examining CCTV, visiting a property and searching the area, officers found a knife in nearby bushes.
A 23-year-old man from Stoke-on-Trent has since been arrested on suspicion of affray, criminal damage and possession of a knife blade or sharp pointed article in a public place.
He has been bailed with conditions while the investigation continues, police said.
Anyone with information, or relevant CCTV or dashcam footage, is being asked to contact police by calling 101, or via their website, quoting incident number 583 of 19th October.
People can also report information anonymously to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.