Update: The three men who were arrested on Wednesday have been charged with possession of an offensive weapon in a public place.
All three are remanded in police custody until they appear in court.
Three men were arrested in York last night on suspicion of conspiracy to commit violent disorder.
The men, one aged 19 and two aged 22, were also alleged to be in possession of offensive weapons.
The arrests came during Wednesday evening when a far right protest was rumoured to be coming to York.
Police say their swift action stopped any outbreak of violence.
A North Yorkshire Police spokesperson said: “These arrests underscore our commitment to tackling violent crime and safeguarding our communities. By acting swiftly, we have successfully prevented potential disorder and violence.
“Regardless of who you are, if you are intending to participate or perpetrate disorder, you will be arrested and held accountable for your actions.”
There will be an increased police presence in the city in the coming days “to reassure you and maintain the safety of our residents and visitors”.
The three arrested men remain in custody for questioning.
The force issued a statement thanking “residents and visitors to York for your ongoing support in these difficult times”.
It said: “We know in recent days there has been circulating rumours of planned protests in York last night.
“We want to reassure our communities that we have robust intelligence-gathering systems in place, allowing us to maintain a clear and accurate picture of any potential threats.
“Disinformation has been a significant factor in the violence seen nationally, with many individuals reacting to false or misleading information online.
“We urge you to think twice about what you read, share, and believe on social media. There are many reasons why people might spread misinformation, so please rely on trusted sources, and avoid jumping to conclusions.”
‘Great pride’
The force said they understood “that the recent violent disorder witnessed across the country has been deeply concerning for our communities and visitors here in York.
“And we do not underestimate the impact this is having, and will have, in the days and weeks to come.
“Please rest assured that a united and robust policing response continues to be in place across the country and here in York. We are fully committed to preventing any potential disorder in our area and ensuring your safety.”
York police are “actively engaging with local businesses, faith-based communities, and their leaders to provide the best possible support during this time”.
“It has been heartening to witness how people are coming together to support one another and their local police forces during these challenging times,” the statement added.
“This is how we overcome division—by standing together. We take great pride in seeing our communities united, standing side by side with friends and neighbours against those who seek to create divisions between us.
“We will continue to work closely with our communities and partners to tackle crime and keep our streets safe.”