Three men have been charged with possession of an offensive weapon in a public place in York (Image: Newsquest)
THREE men have been charged with possession of an offensive weapon in a public place in York.
As The Press reported yesterday three men – one 19 and two aged 22 – were in possession of “offensive weapons”, according to North Yorkshire Police.
They were arrested on Wednesday (August 7) when rumours were circulating on social media that far-right protests had been planned in York.
Police did not specify if the arrests were made in connection with any planned demonstrations.
All three are remanded in police custody until they appear in court.
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