Teenager arrested after police seize samurai sword from Dudley street
Police were called to reports of a weapon being brandished in Netherton at around 4.35pm yesterday, July 23.
A member of the public told officers they had seen a weapon on Wrens Nest Road.
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A samurai sword was later recovered from the scene.
Police then arrested a 15-year-old boy on suspicion of possession of a sharp pointed article in a public place.
He remains in custody for questioning.
A West Midlands Police spokesperson said: "A teenager has been arrested after we received reports of a weapon being brandished in Netherton.
"Just after 4.35pm yesterday afternoon (23 Jul) we received a call from a member of the public after they had seen a weapon on Wrens Nest Road, Dudley.
"We quickly responded and a 15-year-old boy was arrested on suspicion of possession of a sharp pointed article in a public place. He remains in custody for questioning.
"A samurai sword was also recovered.
"We take knife crime and carrying a weapon seriously.
"If you know someone who is carrying a weapon please call us on 101 to report.
"You can also talk to us online or report anonymously to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111."
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