Three men have been banned from Newcastle city centre after they were caught selling suspected fake goods.
Officers received a number of reports from members of the public who were concerned about a group of suspicious men in and around Northumberland Street, who appeared to be selling stolen items. Police officers carried out patrols on Monday and spotted two men matching the descriptions given, who then quickly fled.
Police officers chased the two men through Eldon Square and onto Blackett Street to stop them, who were questioned about their activity. A third man was stopped nearby and the trio, aged 18, 31 and 32, were all issued with dispersal notices banning them from stepping foot in the city centre for 48 hours.
