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Man Arrested After Making Threats To Kill In Ryde

A man has been arrested on suspicion of possessing an offensive weapon and making threats to kill in Ryde.

Police were called to Sandcroft Avenue shortly before 8pm last night (Tuesday), following reports of a disturbance in the street, where it’s alleged a man was making threats.

Officers attended and a 29-year-old man from Ryde was arrested on suspicion of possession of an offensive weapon in a public place, threats to kill, and assault of an emergency worker.

He remains in custody at this time.

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