Arrest as fireworks allegedly thrown at properties in Derby

  • Published
FireworksImage source, Derbyshire Police
Image caption,

A large group was allegedly throwing fireworks at properties in the West End of Derby

A man has been arrested after allegedly being found with a knife as officers dealt with anti-social behaviour during Halloween in Derby.

Derbyshire Police said they were called to reports of a large group throwing fireworks at properties in the West End area.

The group was dispersed and, after a short chase on foot, a man was arrested on suspicion of affray and possession of of a bladed article.

Police said fireworks were also seized.

Image source, Derbyshire Police
Image caption,

Police posted on social media a picture of a knife they said they seized

Follow BBC East Midlands on Facebook, external, Twitter, external, or Instagram, external. Send your story ideas to eastmidsnews@bbc.co.uk, external.

Related internet links

The BBC is not responsible for the content of external sites.