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Newcastle United defender Amar Dedic reportedly became the subject of an unusual police operation after being spotted carrying a bow and arrows with a friend in the Northumberland countryside. According to Daily Mail, a member of the public raised concerns after seeing the Bosnia and Herzegovina international at a beauty spot near a reservoir, prompting police to launch a search on Wednesday afternoon.
The operation reportedly involved at least six police vehicles, including armed response units, as officers tracked down the Newcastle defender. Dedic was eventually stopped at the Darras Hall estate, around seven miles from where he was initially spotted. The incident has attracted attention, with police reportedly seizing the weapon during the operation.
Newcastle United Defender Amar Dedic Sparks Major Police Operation
Newcastle United defender Amar Dedic is unlikely to face disciplinary action after a police operation in Northumberland involving a bow and arrows. The 24-year-old and a friend caught the attention of a passer-by while walking along a track near a reservoir on Military Road in the Harlow Hill area. A concerned member of the public contacted the police, prompting officers to respond to the report.
Northumbria Police confirmed that they received the call shortly before 1:55 pm on Wednesday. Officers later stopped a vehicle in the Darras Hall area and confiscated the bow and arrows. Following their initial enquiries, police believed the equipment was intended for recreational purposes and said there was no threat to public safety. However, investigations into the incident are continuing.
According to reports, Newcastle goalkeeper Mark Gillespie and former defender Paul Dummett happened to arrive at the scene while officers were dealing with the situation. The pair reportedly stopped to offer assistance. The Telegraph has also reported that Newcastle United are aware of the incident, although Dedic is not expected to face any internal disciplinary measures.
Dedic Expected to Feature Against Fulham Despite Police Investigation
The incident has not affected Dedic’s standing in the team, with the right-back expected to be available for Newcastle’s Premier League fixture against Fulham on Saturday. The Bosnia and Herzegovina international joined the Magpies from Benfica in a reported £30 million summer transfer and has quickly become a regular in the starting XI.
Dedic has featured in seven Premier League matches since arriving at St James’ Park, registering two assists in the process. With Newcastle travelling to Fulham this weekend, the defender could return to action as usual, despite the unusual circumstances surrounding the police investigation.
