Pepper-sprayed, arrested after disturbance

A man was pepper-sprayed and arrested in Moray Pl, central Dunedin, after allegedly acting in a disorderly manner.    

The disturbance happened about 4.15pm yesterday, police said.

‘‘Pepper spray has been used to help effect the man’s arrest, and he was given appropriate after care,’’ a spokeswoman said.    

A 47-year-old man was expected to appear in court today on a charge of disorderly behaviour.