Two arrested after knife found in Wharf car park on October 21 in Newbury town centre

Police have appealed for witnesses after a man was spotted possibly carrying a knife in Newbury town centre.

At around 12.15am on Saturday, October 21, a member of the public alerted officers to a man possibly in possession of a knife in Wharf car park on Wharf Street.

Officers located a 37-year-old man and a 46-year-old woman, both from Newbury, who they detained for a search before arresting them on suspicion of possession of a pointed blade/sharp pointed article in a public place.

They have both been released on police bail until January 21 next year.

Officers also found a knife in the car park, which was seized.

PC Jake Thain, based at Newbury police station, said: “I am appealing for the member of the public who alerted our officers to this weapons offence to please come forward as he left before officers could take his details.

“The man, or anyone else with information about this incident, should call 101 or make a report on our website, quoting reference number 43230473407.

“Alternatively, you can provide information anonymously to independent charity Crimestoppers by calling 0800 555 111 or via its website.”