A FOOT chase commenced after 18-year-old ‘ran away’ from a fist fight in Warrington town centre, a court heard.

Robbie Arrowsmith appeared before Warrington Magistrates' Court on Tuesday morning.

He previously pleaded guilty to using threatening or abusive behaviour or words with intent to provoke unlawful violence, as well as resisting a police officer.

The court heard that in the early hours of the morning on August 26, Cheshire Police was called to Egypt Street in the town centre after receiving reports of an altercation.

Prosecuting, Tara Thomas told the court that footage showed the defendant within the altercation, during which he attempted to land ‘approximately 15 punches’.

Police then attempted to arrest Arrowsmith, but the 18-year-old ‘ran away’ to Bold Street as a foot chase commenced.

He was then subsequently tackled to the floor by an officer but proceeded to continue resisting arrest.

The altercation took place on Egypt StreetThe altercation took place on Egypt Street (Image: Google Maps)

Defending, Jonathan Conder told the court that Arrowsmith admits he was ‘extremely intoxicated’ at the time of the incident.

Mr Conder also noted that the 18-year-old has suffered with ‘serious mental health problems’ and was recently diagnosed with borderline personality disorder.

It was also noted that he has ‘good local support’, including his sister, who was present in court.

“Clearly he is somebody who needs support,” said Mr Conder.

“With their help, he can work through his mental health difficulties, which are serious, there is no doubt about it.

“He is a young man who has shown a motivation to take advantage of what is offered to him by the probation service.

“There is a chance that he could have a good future ahead of him.”

Arrowsmith, of Stanley Street near the town centre,  was given a 12-month community order by magistrates and must complete 100 hours unpaid work.

The 18-year-old, who has three previous convictions for eight offences, must also complete 30 rehabilitation activity days and wear an alcohol monitor for 120 days.

“You have got a lot of support surrounding you, and probation will help you through this as well,” said the magistrates.

“So, really we do not want to see you back in this court again.”

“You won’t, don’t worry,” Arrowsmith responded from the dock.