Teen sentenced for carrying bladed article, assault and resisting arrest after anti-social behaviour reported in Darwen
and live on Freeview channel 276
Police arrested the youth for a number of offences including affray, possession of a bladed article, section 47 assault and resisting arrest.
The 15-year-old was interviewed and later charged with all offences.
Advertisement
Hide AdAdvertisement
Hide AdHe was found guilty on all charges after appearing in court on Monday (March 21).
He was given a custodial sentence of eight months in a young offenders institute.
“We are hoping this sends a message out to anybody who thinks it’s acceptable to act in an anti-social manner,” a spokesman for Lancashire Police said.
“We will continue to bring these people to justice and take them off the streets of Darwen.
Advertisement
Hide AdAdvertisement
Hide Ad“Together we can make a difference to this town and make it safer for all residents and visitors.”
If you witness any anti-social behaviour, contact the police on 999 at the time of the offence.