Armed police were dispatched to West Lane, Keighley, on Sunday afternoon following reports that a man was pointing a handgun towards a nearby grassy area. The incident caused concern among local residents who feared a serious threat.
Police arrested a 14-year-old schoolboy from a nearby address on suspicion of carrying an imitation firearm with intent to cause fear. During the arrest, officers seized a BB gun, which was confirmed to be a replica but serious enough to cause alarm.
According to police, “Officers were called at 1pm yesterday afternoon (1 February) to reports a man was pointing what looked like a handgun towards a grassed area on West Lane, Keighley. Armed officers deployed and a 14-year-old boy was arrested for possession of an imitation firearm with intent to cause fear of violence. The 14-year-old has been bailed pending further enquiries.”
The incident left local residents on edge, but police acted quickly to reassure the community. Fortunately, no injuries were reported during the event that disrupted this normally quiet area.
Originally published by UKNIP.
