Whitehaven teen seen with 'sword' actually had wooden replica

Police were called after fears the boy could be a danger but said the incident proved to be harmless

Police responding after a teenager was apparently seen carrying a sword discovered it was actually a harmless replica made from wood.

Officers said they were "reassuring people" after he was spotted in the Hensingham area of Whitehaven.

Cumbria Police were called on Thursday evening, with the concerns also being circulated online.

However, it was quickly established the incident posed no threat to the public, the force said.

No other details were given about why the teenager was carrying a wooden sword.