TWO 15-year-old boys have been arrested on suspicion of possession of a knife.

The incident happened yesterday in Riverside Park, Southampton.

Police stopped and searched a group of teenagers whilst on patrol in the area.

A 15-year-old boy from Southampton was arrested on suspicion of possession of a knife in a public place and possession of Class B drugs.

Another 15-year-old boy from Southampton was also arrested on suspicion of possession of a knife in a public place.

Both boys have been released from police custody but remain under investigation while police continue enquiries.

Another boy was found to be carrying cannabis and was given a community resolution order.