Armed Police Move In After Knife Sighting in Southampton
Armed Response Called to St Mary’s
An armed response unit swooped on Southampton today after reports of a woman wielding a knife in the St Mary’s area. Police arrived with “less lethal” options to back up officers on the scene.
Incident Ends Without a Hitch
Officers from Winchester dealt with the situation quickly and safely. No one was hurt during the stand-off.
Woman Detained for Knife Possession
The female suspect was arrested on the spot for carrying a bladed article in a public place. She is now in custody at Southampton Central Police Station, awaiting questioning.
