Police received report of concern for welfare

A man has been arrested in Waterlooville on suspicion of possessing a knife in public.

Police attended the scene on Sunday, November 1 after concerns were raised regarding the welfare of a man in Waterlooville Town Centre. An 18-year-old was subsequently arrested on suspicion of possessing a knife.

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A Hampshire & Isle of Wight Constabulary spokesperson said: “We were called just after 10am today (November 1) to the concern for welfare of a man on High Street, Waterlooville

“Officers attended and subsequently arrested an 18-year-old man on suspicion of possessing a bladed article in a public place. He remains in custody as enquiries remain ongoing.”