A WOMAN has been charged with possession of an offensive weapon after police were called to a disturbance in Renfrew.

The 32-year-old suspect was reported to cops by members of the public for reportedly brandishing a hammer and shouting at passers-by in Iona Road on Saturday night.

She was arrested at around 9.40pm and is due to appear in court at a later date.

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