A man has been arrested after being seen with a knife and threatening people in Cowes today (Tuesday).
Police said a number of calls were received from members of the public regarding a man carrying a knife and making threats towards people in the centre of Cowes.
Officers attended, and stopped and searched a 34-year-old man from Cowes in the High Street.
A lock knife was recovered by police and the man was arrested on suspicion of possession of a bladed article in a public place.
He remains in custody at this time and officers are following up further enquiries. Anyone who wishes to speak to police about this incident can contact 101 quoting 44220194325.
Isle of Wight Police said:
"We are committed to tackling knife crime, and this week we are supporting the national Op Sceptre week of action to reduce knife offending.
"This involves proactive operational police activity, supported by other initiatives including engagement with local schools and licensed premises.
"We also have a Surrender Bin positioned at the front counter of Newport Police Station, and encourage anyone who has a knife or bladed weapon that they wish to surrender to police to make use of this bin.
"As an alternative, fill in this online form and we will arrange with you for an officer to collect a knife from you: https://orlo.uk/LXxrw"