A 17-year-old was apprehended for brandishing a machete and making threats in Wednesfield, Wolverhampton. Police are investigating quickly.
A teen got arrested after someone reported seeing him with a machete on a city street. Police received the reports yesterday around 3:15 PM on Merrick Rock Road.
West Midlands Police announced today the arrest of a 17-year-old boy. He is suspected of making threats and allegedly using a bladed weapon in public. The incident occurred in Wednesfield, Wolverhampton.
A police spokesperson stated yesterday that they believe it was just one incident. They increased patrols in that area and the teen suspect remains in custody.
Police arrested the boy this morning at a city address. He remains in custody while police continue to investigate the incident.
The initial report came in yesterday about a person seen with a machete on Merrick Road, Wolverhampton around 3:15 PM. Officers are patrolling the area today to reassure the community.
If you have information, contact the police online via Live Chat on their website or call 101, mentioning crime reference 20/134102/25. You can also contact Crimestoppers anonymously at 0800 555111.
