Armed police were dispatched to the scene...

A trio of suspects arrested after a man was chased by a gang wielding a machete have been bailed.

The alarming incident in New Hall Lane saw armed officers deployed to the streets of Preston at 11.12pm last Thursday (August 13).

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Lancashire Police said a group of four males in possession of a machete were seen chasing a young man. Three suspects were captured and a fourth managed to get away.

The force said a 33-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of affray and failing to stop for police.

Two boys, aged 16 and 14, were also arrested on suspicion of affray. All three were were bailed whilst enquiries continue.

A police spokesperson said: “If you witnessed this incident, have any CCTV/dashcam/doorbell footage, or feel you can help us in any way, please call 101 quoting log 1791 of August 13.”