Youth arrested after knife sighted in city

Police were called to Rundle Mall, Adelaide about 5.20pm on Tuesday 30 June by a report that a boy was in possession of a machete.  It will be alleged that the boy was in a group of youths and, during a verbal altercation with another group, had shown them the knife.

There were no threats made and no reports of injuries.

Following investigations, police attended a Craigmore address last night and arrested a 15-year-old Craigmore boy who was charged with affray and possess prohibited weapon.

He was bailed to appear in the Adelaide Youth Court.

Anyone who witnessed this incident or has any further information that may assist the investigation is asked to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or www.crimestopperssa.com.au

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