Summary
A 16-year-old boy was arrested in London for carrying an imitation firearm. Police detained him after receiving reports of someone with a weapon heading to a crowded area. He was reportedly on his way to a comic book convention.
Key Facts
- A 16-year-old was arrested in Fulham Broadway, London.
- He was suspected of having an imitation firearm.
- The arrest happened around 14:40 BST on a Saturday.
- Police received reports of someone with a weapon in a public area.
- No injuries were reported during the incident.
- The boy remains in police custody.
- Carrying an imitation firearm without a good reason is against the law under the Violent Crime Reduction Act 2006.
