A 16-year-old boy remains in hospital after a disturbance in Walkergate, Newcastle. Emergency services were called to Tumulus Avenue at around 4:15am on June 29th. A toy gun was recovered by police during their investigation.
Three males have been arrested on suspicion of assault: two men aged 18 and 48, and the 16-year-old boy who is also a patient in hospital. They are currently in police custody. The incident remains under investigation.
The Northumbria Police spokesperson confirmed that no firearm was located at the scene, but added that a toy gun was found during their search. Enquiries into the disturbance continue.
Background: This incident occurred on June 29th, with reports of a man possessing a firearm outside an address in Walkergate's Tumulus Avenue area. Emergency services responded promptly to the situation.
The investigation is ongoing, and further information will be released as it becomes available.