Armed police search for Rushden teen 'machete' gang
Armed police were called to a residential Rushden street to reports of a group of teenagers with 'machetes'.
A member of the public raised the alarm to the incident in Station Road, at about 4.25pm on Wednesday, April 15.
Police with guns were seen in the area as officers searched for the group.
A spokesman for Northants Police said: “A member of the public called the force control room at about 4.25pm on Wednesday, April 15, and reported they had seen a group of teenagers with machetes in Station Road, Rushden.
“An extensive search of the area was carried out however, there was no trace of the group and no further calls to the force.
“The local neighbourhood policing team is continuing with enquiries to identify those involved.
“Anyone who may have information or witnessed the group is asked to call Northamptonshire Police on 101, quoting reference number 26000215559.”