Police have arrested a 37-year-old man in Ashford after responding to reports of a disturbance involving a knife in the early hours of Friday, November 22, 2024.
The incident was reported at around 1:00 a.m., with witnesses stating that a man was seen walking along Bybrook Road in Kennington, causing a disturbance. Officers attended the scene promptly and recovered a kitchen knife.
The man, who is from Devon, was arrested on suspicion of possessing an offensive weapon. He remains in police custody as investigations into the incident continue.
A spokesperson for Kent Police said, “Officers acted swiftly to ensure the safety of the public, and we are currently conducting enquiries to understand the circumstances surrounding this incident.”
Police have reassured residents that incidents involving weapons are taken seriously and that measures are in place to ensure community safety.