THREE youths were detained by police last night after reports were made about them being on town centre roof buildings.

Residents reported seeing a police presence in St Helens town centre at around 7pm on Thursday, May 2, while others reported witnessing officers speaking with a group of youths.

There have been previous concerns surrounding anti-social behaviour in St Helens town centre, and a spokesperson for Merseyside Police confirmed that officers had received a report of youths being on the roof of buildings along Church Street.

Residents also reported witnessing a police helicopter around the town centre at the time.

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The spokesperson said that three youths were detained and their details were taken.

There was no arrests and no reported damage to buildings.