A man has been arrested in connection with a robbery at two shops in Carlisle City Centre this afternoon (7 April).
Police were made aware of an incident occurring at 12:34pm this afternoon inside two shops on English Street, Carlisle. A man was reported to have been carrying a bladed article. No one was hurt in the incident.
A 17-year-old man was arrested shortly after on suspicion of robbery and possession of a bladed article. He is currently detained in custody.
Officers have been conducting enquiries at various locations throughout Carlisle City Centre this afternoon.
As a result, residents may have noticed a larger-than-usual police presence. Police would like to thank those involved in helping to locate this male very soon after the incident.
Anyone with information can contact police on 101, referring to log 89 of 7 April.