A 12-year-old boy has been arrested for possessing a bag full of weapons following a police chase.

Officers attempted to stop the boy on Friday evening near Pollards Hill Library after a tip off from a member of the public.

The youngster allegedly ran off towards Chestnut Grove discarding the bag on the way.

He was located inside a shop and arrested for possession of weapons.

A bag was recovered by police officers near the scene which contained an array of sharp knives and other weapons.

Police enquiries continue.