10/04/2026
Arrest Following Knife Report in Limavady Forest Park
Police in Limavady have arrested a man following reports of an individual armed with a knife in a local forest park on Wednesday, 8 April.
The incident occurred at approximately 6:50pm. It was reported that a man carrying a knife jumped out at two males who were cycling through the Roe Mill Road area. While the cyclists were not physically injured, police described them as being "shaken" by the encounter.
Officers attending the scene subsequently arrested a 34-year-old man on suspicion of possessing an article with a blade or point in a public place and three counts of common assault. He remains in police custody as enquiries continue.
Superintendent McManus stated: "Officers attended the scene and spoke with the men, who were thankfully not injured, but were nevertheless shaken by the encounter. Our enquiries are ongoing and anyone with any information can contact police on 101."
The PSNI is appealing for anyone who may have witnessed the incident or who has information that could assist the investigation to get in touch.
Reports can be made by calling 101, quoting reference number 1400 of 08/04/26. Information can also be submitted online via the non-emergency reporting form at psni.police.uk/makeareport.
Alternatively, the independent charity Crimestoppers can be contacted anonymously on 0800 555 111 or online at crimestoppers-uk.org.
The incident occurred at approximately 6:50pm. It was reported that a man carrying a knife jumped out at two males who were cycling through the Roe Mill Road area. While the cyclists were not physically injured, police described them as being "shaken" by the encounter.
Officers attending the scene subsequently arrested a 34-year-old man on suspicion of possessing an article with a blade or point in a public place and three counts of common assault. He remains in police custody as enquiries continue.
The PSNI is appealing for anyone who may have witnessed the incident or who has information that could assist the investigation to get in touch.
Reports can be made by calling 101, quoting reference number 1400 of 08/04/26. Information can also be submitted online via the non-emergency reporting form at psni.police.uk/makeareport.
Alternatively, the independent charity Crimestoppers can be contacted anonymously on 0800 555 111 or online at crimestoppers-uk.org.
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