A MAN was arrested and detained for allegedly being in possession of a lock back knife.

It is claimed that on Sunday, March 11, the 59-year-old was driving a silver Vauxwagen when the police pulled him over at around 2.30pm on Kirkoswald Road, Maidens.

It is understood that the man was also driving whilst disqualified and with no car insurance.

He was due to appear at court on Monday, March 12.