Two 15-year-old boys have been arrested after a suspected firearm was reportedly waved towards four young boys in the Midland village of Welland, Malvern. The incident occurred on Sunday, October 18, shortly after 4.30pm, when police were called to the area. Officers located the two teenagers a short time later and arrested them on suspicion of being in possession of a firearm, or imitation firearm, with intent to cause fear of violence.
Incident details and police response
According to West Mercia Police, the two boys were on an e-scooter when the suspected weapon was seen. The firearm was believed to have been waved towards the four young boys, who are not thought to have been involved in the incident or injured. Detective Sergeant Polly Price, from West Mercia Police, said: “We understand an incident of this nature may be alarming for the community, but we want to offer reassurance that we responded quickly and now have two boys in custody.”
“It is thought the suspected weapon was waved towards four young boys. We do not believe they are involved in the incident, or to have been injured, but we are keen to find out who they are and make sure they are ok. If this was you, or your child, please get in touch with us.”
Ongoing investigation and appeal
Police are carrying out searches of the area as part of the investigation, with the aim of recovering the suspected firearm. Detective Sergeant Price added: “We are also carrying out searches of the area as part our investigation with the aim to recover the suspected firearm. Residents can expect to see officers over the coming days as our enquiries continue.”
Anyone with information regarding this incident is urged to call 101, quoting reference 310i of October 18. The police are keen to identify the four young boys to ensure their wellbeing, and officers will remain in the area in the coming days as the investigation proceeds.
