Two arrested after reports of man with machete in Goole

Armed police were deployed this morning

Author: Gavin RutterPublished 22nd Jul 2024

Police are questioning a man and a woman after reports of a man with a machete in Goole.

Armed Police were called to Dunhill Road this morning, following the reports at approximately 9.50am, where an argument was said to have broken out.

A search was carried out and a 20-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of affray.

He was further arrested on suspicion of possession with intent to supply Class A drugs alongside a 21-year-old woman. A weapon was also recovered.

Detective Sergeant James Kelly leading the investigation said: “Thankfully nobody sustained any injuries as a result of the incident.

“The man and woman remain in our custody whilst we conduct lines of enquiry to understand the circumstances surrounding the incident.

“Members of the public can expect to see officers in the area as a part of those enquiries. If you have any concerns, please do speak to us.

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