Three teenagers remain in police custody after chasing a male through Watford town centre - one armed with a 'bladed' weapon.

Hertfordshire police were called to High Street at 5.29pm yesterday (October 27) to reports of a group of boys chasing a male.

The force have now confirmed that no one was hurt, and a bladed article was recovered, as they made three arrests.

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Police have not confirmed the type of blade.

Hertfordshire police said three teenagers were arrested on suspicion of affray, with one also arrested on suspicion of possessing a “knife blade / sharp pointed article in a public place”.

No charges have yet been made, those arrested remain in police custody at this time.

Officers are appealing for any witnesses or anyone with information about what happened to come forward.

Call 101 quoting ISR 588 of 27 October or contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 or via crimestoppers-uk.org.

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