POLICE are appealing for witnesses after an axe-wielding man was arrested on suspicion of affray.

Officers were called to the incident in London Street, Worthing at about 3.15pm on Monday, April 4.

A 37-year-old man who was wielding an axe and making threats to the public was detained.

He was arrested on suspicion of affray and taken to custody.

. He was later released under investigation.

“No one was harmed,” a police spokeswoman confirmed.

Police Constable Shaun Moreland said: “We would like to hear from anyone who witnessed this incident.

“It was a busy time of day, and we know there were members of the public around including children and young people.

“If you have any information which could help our investigation please get in touch.”

If you have any information, report it online or ring 101, quoting serial 726 of 04/04.