A MAN seen acting suspiciously was found to be in possession of several blades.

Police officers patrolling in Burnley overnight on Sunday were alerted to the man in the Burnley Wood area after he was seen along an alleyway carrying a laptop.

On being searched he was found to be in possession of several knives, blades, tools and suspected stolen items.

A spokesman said: β€œHe was subsequently arrested for going equipped for theft or burglary.”