A "large hunting knife" has been seized from a teenager in a park.

A Community Policing Team patrol saw the 16-year-old acting suspiciously near Ashford's Victoria Park on Monday.

Despite running away, he was pursued and detained.

Recovered nearby was a rucksack containing a "large hunting knife", according to the police.

The knife has been seized by officers and a 16-year-old boy was arrested on suspicion of possession of a bladed article. He has since been released under investigation.

Chief Inspector Nick Sparkes, Area Commander for Ashford, said: "There is no excuse for carrying a knife on the streets of Kent and we will seek the prosecution of anyone found with a weapon.

"I am pleased the quick work of officers has seen another potential weapon removed from circulation and I ask parents, teachers and anyone who works with young people to tell us if they have any concerns and help us keep communities safe."

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