POLICE say they seized weapons after a fight involving young people at Yate Shopping Centre yesterday.
The force received several calls to an altercation in a car park at East Walk at around 5.45pm.
An Avon & Somerset police spokesperson said: “A knife, a broken BB gun, counterfeit cash, and what is suspected to be a class B drug were seized from the scene, and nobody was seriously injured during the incident.
“We understand those involved are known to each other and left the scene at around 6pm and therefore do not believe there is an ongoing risk to the public.
“Reassurance patrols have been carried out, and CCTV enquiries are being conducted while investigations continue.”
A spokesperson said reports were received that some of those involved suffered minor injuries during the fight but no-one was found injured at the scene.
No arrests
No arrests have been made at this stage.
Police neighbourhood inspector Stephen Baines said: “Members of the community will notice an increase in high-visibility patrols while we focus on maintaining public safety, but we do not believe this incident is linked to any ongoing issues in the area.
“The Criminal Investigations Department will be progressing the investigation and anyone with concerns are encouraged to discuss them with patrolling officers.”
Police have called on anyone with information about the incident to call 101 and quote the crime reference number 5226 072 910.
Information can also be given online to the police, and can be passed anonymously to Crimestoppers on 0800 555111 or online.