Two teenagers arrested after calls that gun had been seen in Derby city centre

Two teenagers have been arrested after reports that a gun had been seen in Derby city centre.

Armed officers detained a group of teenage boys in the Derbion shopping centre after being called to reports that a weapon had been seen just after 3pm.

Officers, who arrived within minutes of the call, arrested two teenage boys on suspicion of possession of an imitation firearm after two BB guns were found when they were searched.

Anyone who may have seen the group and can help officers with their enquiries is asked to contact the force using any of the below methods, including reference 571-041221:

• Facebook– send us a private message to /DerbyshireConstabulary
• Twitter– direct message our contact centre on @DerPolContact
• Website– complete the online contact form derbyshire.police.uk/ContactUs.
• Phone – call us on 101.