Picture shows man held against church wall by police during Remembrance Day incident

Police reportedly detained the man as he left the church service

A picture shows the shock scene of a man being held against a church wall by police during a Remembrance Day event.

Police restrain man against the wall of Church of St Peter & St Paul in Market Place, Ringwood, during Remembrance Day eventplaceholder image
Police restrain man against the wall of Church of St Peter & St Paul in Market Place, Ringwood, during Remembrance Day event | Supplied

Locals who had gathered to pay their respects were left stunned when a disturbance erupted resulting in a man suddenly being detained by officers against the wall of Church of St Peter & St Paul in Market Place, Ringwood, around 11.30am.

The man was retained by officers as people were leaving the church service, causing disruption to Remembrance events in the town. It was reported the man had been inside the church before being arrested as he exited the building.

The picture shows officers surround the man who has his hands on his head while facing the wall. Four officers were reported to have attended the scene.

Police have been contacted for more details on the incident.

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