Man suspected of having a gun near York Minster has been arrested

Two others have also been detained

Author: May NormanPublished 4th Feb 2022

Police have arrested a man on suspicion of carrying a gun near York Minster.

It's believe two other people have also been detained.

Officers were called following threats made by the driver of a car towards a man riding a bike on Lendal Bridge yesterday afternoon (Thursday, 3 February).

An investigation into what happened is now ongoing.

Police issued a statement following the incident:

'Following a reported threat made by the driver of a black Renault Megane car towards a man riding a bicycle on Lendal Bridge in York at around 2.20pm today (Thursday 3 Feb 2022), Firearms Response Unit officers carried out an arrest on Museum Street near to York Minster at 3.12pm.

'A 25-year-old man from Leeds has been arrested on suspicion of possession of a firearm and affray. He remains in custody for questioning.

'Two other men, aged 24 and 22, have also been arrested in connection with ongoing investigation.

'Witnesses or anyone with information are asked to contact North Yorkshire Police on 101, select option 1, and speak to the Force Control Room.

'Alternatively, contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555111.

'Please quote reference number 12220019791 when providing details.'

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