Sussex Police responded to a disturbance on Bilsham Road, Yapton, around 7 pm on June 12, where three individuals were reportedly involved in drug-related activities and one was seen carrying a large knife.
Following the incident, officers arrested three teenagers. A 15-year-old boy from Yapton was arrested on suspicion of involvement in the supply of a class A drug, while a 16-year-old boy from Yapton faced charges related to the supply of class B and class C drugs, along with possession of an offensive weapon in a public area. Both have been released on bail pending further investigation.
Additionally, a 16-year-old boy from Bognor was arrested and charged specifically for carrying a knife in public. He is scheduled to appear before Worthing Youth Court on August 29 for a plea hearing.
Sussex Police emphasized their ongoing efforts to address crime and anti-social behavior in Barnham and Yapton, urging residents to report such incidents through 101 or online quoting Op Precinct, and to call 999 in emergencies.
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