ARMED police were called to Bournemouth town centre last night after reports that three men had been seen with knives.

Officers went to Priory Road in the West Cliff area at 10.30pm and two men were arrested on suspicion of possessing a bladed article in a public place.

They are currently helping police with their inquiries and an investigation into the incident is ongoing.

Police have appealed for witnesses or anyone with information to contact them on 101, quoting occurrence number 55190034853, or the free and anonymous Crimestoppers line on 0800 555 111.