Police called to Central Milton Keynes following reports of male with a knife

Wednesday, 27 October 2021 21:32

Neighbourhood and Armed response officers were deployed to the City Centre following reports of a male with a knife.

Police were called to the City Centre in Milton Keynes after receiving reports of a male with a knife.

After spotting police, the suspect tried to get away on a scooter and after a failed attempt, the suspect took to his feet.

Police say he was arrested after a short failed pursuit.

The knife was recovered and the investigation is now ongoing.

Police have thanked a member of the public after providing a good description of the male.

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