Investigation latest after man 'seen with knife and making threats to people' in Sowerby Bridge

Police officers were called to Wharf Street last night after receiving reports of man causing damage to a property.

West Yorkshire Police also had calls saying that the man had a knife and was threatening people.

The force confirmed that a man has been arrested in connection with the incidents.

Inspector James Graham, of Calderdale District Police, said: “At 11.37pm yesterday (Thursday), police initially received a report of a man causing damage at premises in Wharf Street, Sowerby Bridge. Further reports received stated that the male had a knife and had made threats.

“Officers were deployed and the male was arrested without further incident and taken into custody.

" Victims and witnesses have also been spoken with.”

The man arrested in connection with the incident has been bailed pending further enquiries.

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