Two teenagers have been arrested in Worle for drug offences and possessing offensive weapons.
A 17-year-old and an 18-year-old were apprehended by Avon and Somerset police after they ran away from officers who were conducting patrols in the area.
Two knives and a significant quantity of cannabis were seized in the incident, which took place Tuesday July 6.
A spokesman for Avon and Somerset police said: “Two teenagers were arrested in Worle on suspicion of possessing class B drugs with intent to supply and possessing offensive weapons.
“A 17-year-old boy and an 18-year-old man were apprehended after they made off from officers conducting proactive patrols of the area.
“Two knives and a significant quantity of cannabis were also seized.
“Both have subsequently been released on bail while further enquiries take place.”
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