Man arrested in Middleton after running down street waving a sword

Date published: 18 March 2014


A man has been arrested for affray on Whinfell Drive, Middleton this morning (18 March) after reports he was running up and down the street with a sword. 

Several officers attended the area and the man is now in custody.

Officers have seized weapons from the scene.

Enquiries are ongoing.

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