Security staff at Manchester Crown Court restrained a man armed with a knife as he attempted to enter the building on November 9, leading to his arrest by police. The incident unfolded at the Crown Square courthouse shortly before 2pm, when several guards managed to detain the individual before officers arrived.
Arrest and Charges
Police were called to the scene and arrested the man on suspicion of possession of a bladed article. He was taken into custody for questioning, where he remains. The suspect sustained an injury to his hand during the altercation, with no other injuries reported.
Eyewitness Account
An eyewitness reported hearing the suspect screaming during the incident. Images from the scene showed an ambulance in attendance. A spokesperson for Greater Manchester Police said: "Officers were called to reports of a man with a knife trying to enter Crown Square Court at 2pm today."
The spokesperson added: "The man was detained by security staff at the court and then arrested by officers on suspicion of possession of a bladed article and taken to custody for questioning. No injuries recorded other than an injury to the suspects hand."
