Armed police descended on a street after a person was spotted with a weapon.

A 15-year-old boy was arrested and a samurai sword seized after a huge police response in Hampton Pier Avenue, near Herne Bay.

Armed units were called to assist with the incident on Saturday evening.

A force spokesman said: “We were called to Hampton Pier Avenue, Herne Bay at 5.17pm on Saturday following reports a person was seen to be in possession of a weapon.

“Officers attended and arrested a 15-year-old boy on suspicion of possession of an offensive weapon in a public place and affray.

“A samurai sword was seized.

“He has been bailed until June 19.”