A 17-year-old man has been arrested and charged in connection with the possession of a knife on Quality Street, North Berwick.

The incident occurred on Saturday at about 1.20am, when police apprehended the 17-year-old. He appeared at Edinburgh Sheriff Court on Monday.

Chief Inspector Matt Paden, Area Commander for East Lothian, said: “Carrying a knife automatically puts members of the public at risk.

“Police Scotland takes the tackling of knife crime incredibly seriously and works tirelessly to bring offenders to justice.

“Anyone wishing to report a knife crime can contact Police Scotland on 101 or anonymously through Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.”