A 14-year-old and two 17-year-old boys have been charged in connection with an incident in Harrowden Road, Bedford, where a fourth teenager was threatened with machetes.
The incident happened at around 2pm on Wednesday (1 October).
Two of the boys, aged 14 and 17, both from Bedford, have been charged with affray and being in possession of bladed articles.
Another boy aged 17, also from Bedford, has been charged with affray. All three have been remanded into custody.
Three machetes were recovered.
Detective Sergeant James West said: “We know that incidents like this can cause concern locally, especially when young people are involved.
“Officers responded quickly, and three individuals have now been charged and remanded.
“We’re continuing our efforts to address youth violence and keep our communities safe.”
