Police increase patrols in Gwynedd after incidents involving youths carrying weapons

Police are stepping up patrols in parts of Gwynedd after videos were shared on social media showing incidents involving youths carrying weapons.

One video shows four youths walking through Caernarfon town centre, one of whom is carrying a metal pole.

They have since been identified and are the subject of an ongoing investigation.

A video has also been circulated online of youths fighting in the vicinity of the lagoons in Llanberis.

During the fight, a knife can be seen falling from the waistband of one of the youth’s trousers onto the floor.

They have also been identified and the male in possession of the knife has been arrested and the knife recovered.

He is now subject of stringent bail conditions including night-time curfew whilst the investigation continues.

Inspector Arwel Hughes said: “These incidents are routinely shared on social media but not always reported to the police.

“Despite this, we have made an arrest, and further arrests are anticipated in connection with these incidents. Individuals involved should expect a visit from the police.

“Additional police officers will be out conducting patrols throughout this weekend, which will include areas around the lagoons of Llanberis and the Maes in Caernarfon.

“I would urge the community to report incidents of ASB directly to us and please engage with those officers.

“The individuals who are intent on causing misery are in the minority and are by no means reflective of our communities.

“I would like to thank those individuals who have come forward and assisted these the investigation to date.”