Leicester: Arrest after teenagers seen getting into stranger's car

Police received a report three teenagers got into a stranger's car in Humberstone Gate, Leicester

A 32-year-old man has been arrested after two teenage girls and a boy were seen getting into a stranger's car in Leicester.

Police said the group got into a man's vehicle in the area of Humberstone Gate, in the city centre, at about 17:30 BST on Thursday.

They exited the car shortly after in Charles Street - approximately one minute away.

It is not believed the teenagers were forced into the car, police said.

Leicestershire Police added it understood that the teenagers, whose ages are unknown, left safely, but officers want to speak to them to "check in on their welfare".

The 32-year-old man arrested in connection with the incident was released on police bail while inquiries continue.

A spokesperson said: "We are not stating the arrest offence for operational reasons."