Armed police responded to reports of an individual allegedly wielding a knife and threatening a man in Middlesbrough. A 16-year-old was taken into custody on suspicion of affray, but was subsequently released without further action being taken. The teenager was instead bailed in connection with a separate offense involving the possession of a class B drug. Cleveland Police confirmed that no injuries were sustained during the event, which transpired around 14:30 GMT on Sunday at St James Mews in Middlesbrough. The suspect managed to flee the scene before law enforcement arrived, prompting armed officers to conduct searches at several locations within the town. For the latest updates, follow BBC Tees on X, Facebook, Nextdoor, and Instagram. Feel free to share your story ideas with us at northeastandcumbria@bbc.co.uk. For additional information, visit Cleveland Police’s official website.
