Police descend on Derbyshire town and make arrest after reports of man wielding a knife

Heanor Safer Neighbourhood Team were called to reports of a male in possession of a knife and fire extinguisher on Fletcher Street, Heanor at 2.27pm yesterday (Sunday, October 22).

An SNT spokesperson said that a 41-year-old male was “swiftly arrested” – adding that a “knife and fire extinguisher have been located and seized by officers.” The man remains in police custody while enquiries continue.

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Officers wish to hear from anyone that might have information or footage of the incident. Derbyshire Police can be contacted using any of the methods below, quoting reference number 23*656243:

Facebook – send a private message to /DerbyshireConstabulary

Twitter – direct message the force’s contact centre on @DerPolContact

Website – complete the online contact form

Phone – call 101

You can also anonymously contact Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.