When security reported seeing a man walking around Southland Shopping Centre armed with a sword, police turned out with lights and sirens.
Officers arrived quickly at the scene and located a 24-year-old man outside the cinemas about 7.20pm last night.
After laying eyes on the Maidstone man, police quickly realised he was dressed in costume to attend a screening of the anime movie Demon Slayer – complete with a life-like imitation sword.
The man’s prop was seized and police advised the cos-player that it was best to leave all weaponry at home next time.
No demons were slayed and the man enjoyed watching the movie without further incident.
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