Newcastle player Amar Dedic has crossbow seized by police after six-car chase

Newcastle defender Dedic had a crossbow seized by police after being spotted near a reservoir; officers determined it was for recreational use and posed no public threat.

Newcastle player Amar Dedic and a friend were stopped by police in the Darras Hall area after being seen carrying a bow and arrows near a reservoir on Military Road in Harlow Hill on Wednesday afternoon. Officers from Northumbria Police, including armed response units, intercepted the pair around seven miles from the initial sighting. The crossbow and arrows were seized during a search of their vehicle. After questioning, police were satisfied the equipment was intended for recreational use and that there was no threat to the public. Newcastle goalkeeper Mark Gillespie and former defender Paul Dummett arrived at the scene while Dedic was being questioned, having been in the area by chance and offering assistance. Enquiries remain ongoing.