THREE teenagers have been arrested following a spate of anti-social behaviour in Northallerton.

Police had received reports that youths were causing trouble at at Hambleton Leisure Centre and Hambleton Forum in the town.

Incidents included vandalism and general abuse directed at members of sports teams using the leisure centre on evenings last week.

Police are investigating and have arrested a 15-year-old boy on suspicion of criminal and damage and assault following an incident at Hambleton Leisure Centre on the evening of January 30.

He has been released on conditional bail pending further enquiries.

The following night police made two more arrests.

A 15-year-old boy and a girl of the same age were arrested on suspicion of criminal damage following a fire at Hambleton Forum on January 31.

The fire was reported in the early hours of the morning.

Both the boy and girl who were arrested have been released on conditional bail pending further enquiries.

Residents who have witnessed trouble at the venues should contact police on 101.