An arrest has been made after a man was reportedly seen with a large knife in Ladbroke Grove.

The incident happened in Faraday Road, short distance from Maida Hill and Kensal Town, just before 2.40pm yesterday (November 5).

Officers attended and a 69-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of possessing an offensive weapon and affray.

According to eyewitnesses, there were lots of police in the area, some of them armed.

A spokesperson for the Metropolitan Police said: “On Tuesday, 5 November police were called to Faraday Road, W10 at 2.38pm following reports that a man had been seen with a large knife.

“Officers attended the scene and arrested a 69-year-old man on suspicion of possession of an offensive weapon and affray.

“Enquiries into the circumstances are on-going.”