A MAN was arrested after police found two knives which were hidden in a compartment under the steering wheel of a car.

Officers stopped a black BMW on Fleet Lane, Parr on Thursday, November 26 at around 9.30pm.

Police say they found two lock knives (pictured) in a compartment under the steering wheel.

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A 21-year-old man was arrested and taken into custody.

He has since been released pending further enquiries, say police.

St Helens Police said: "If you know someone carrying a weapon, let us know."