Police said residents ‘can expect to see high visibility patrols in and around the area to provide reassurance’ following the incident in the Bridlington Avenue area
The incident happened in the Bridlington Avenue area(Image: Google)
An arrest has been made after Humberside Police received reports of a man causing damage to trees and vehicles with a knife and hammer. The incident happened in the Bridlington Avenue area of Hull this morning (September 30). A report detailed a man was causing damage to vehicles and trees before “dropping the weapons” and continuing on foot.
A 28-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of criminal damage, affray and possession of an offensive weapon. Police reassured the public that there may be a heightened police presence in the area.
Neighbourhood Policing Sergeant, Sarah Birnie, said: “At around 11.15am, it was reported a man was seen to be causing damage to vehicles and trees around the area of Bridlington Avenue with a hammer and knife before dropping the weapons and running towards Harley Street.
“We immediately deployed officers to the area and officers located a man matching the description on Lorne Close. A 28-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of criminal damage, affray and possession of an offensive weapon and remains in police custody.
“Residents can expect to see high visibility patrols in and around the area to provide reassurance this afternoon and if you have any concerns, please speak to your local officer.”
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