Two males have been arrested and a big knife seized following an tried theft at a store in Londonderry.
It occurred within the metropolis centre at round 1.45pm on Sunday, nevertheless the suspects fled the scene.
Two males matching an outline had been noticed simply earlier than 5pm.
A 24-year-old was detained and later arrested on suspicion of possessing a Class C drug.
In the meantime, a 27-year-old was chased by officers after he ran off. After being apprehended, he was arrested on suspicion of disorderly behaviour, possessing an article with level or blade in a public place, theft, fraud by false illustration and dealing with stolen items.
Each males stay in custody at the moment aiding police with enquiries.
A PSNI spokesperson stated: “At round 1.45pm, Metropolis Centre Neighbourhood Group officers finishing up patrols associated to retail crime had been alerted to a report of tried theft involving two males at a store within the space.”
PSNI Sergeant Walsh added: "On account of this incident, our officers recovered a big knife. I need to take this chance to thank the general public for his or her help with this incident."
