ARREST | NORTON CANES

ARREST | NORTON CANES

A man has been arrested following a report of an assault in Norton Canes today (Tuesday 20 October).

We were called to School Road at 3.40pm following a report that a man was in possession of a rifle. Shortly after, we received another report that two men had been assaulted on the same road.

Armed officers went to the scene and carried out enquiries. An air rifle has since been seized.

A man has been arrested on suspicion of possession of an imitation firearm with intent to cause fear of violence and affray.

Armed officers have since left the scene and an investigation is ongoing. Anyone with any information is asked to get in touch by calling 101 or reporting online using our website, quoting incident 490 of 20 October.

To report anonymously, call Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.