Two teenagers arrested for possession of offensive weapons in Southampton

Officers arrested two 15-year-old boys yesterday (Wednesday, 14 October), following a stop search in Riverside Park, Southampton.

A 15-year-old boy from Southampton was arrested on suspicion of possession of a knife in a public place and possession of Class B drugs - cannabis.

Another 15-year-old boy from Southampton was arrested on suspicion of possession of a knife in a public place.

Both boys have been released from police custody but remain under investigation while our enquiries continue.

Another boy was found to be carrying cannabis and was given a community resolution order.