Three people have been arrested after police were told men armed with knives were out in a North East community.

Officers were called the Parliament Street area of Stockton shortly after 11.30am yesterday. (Saturday, 5 October)

Three men, two aged 23 and a 24-year-old, have been detained on suspicion of affray and are currently in police custody waiting to be questioned.

A spokesperson for Cleveland Police said: "Enquiries are ongoing to locate any other individuals involved.

"Officers will be continuing to patrol the area to provide reassurance to the local community.

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"Anyone who may have concerns is asked to speak to a local officer."

If you have information, please called Cleveland Police on 101 quoting reference number 191194.

Information can also be provided anonymously by calling Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.