Armed police swoop on St Albans flat after reports of firearm
Armed police in Newsom Place, St Peter's Road, St Albans. Picture: Edward Gillson - Credit: Archant
Armed police mobilised following reports of a firearm on the balcony of flats in St Albans.
Armed police in Newsom Place, St Peter's Road, St Albans. Picture: Edward Gillson - Credit: Archant
Officers were called to Newsom Place, in St Peter’s Road, at around 3pm yesterday (Tuesday).
The police helicopter was also called in for observational reasons.
A spokesperson for Herts police said: “Officers attended following a report of a firearm being visible on the balcony of a flat.
“Armed officers attended the scene and were granted access to the property.
Armed police in Newsom Place, St Peter's Road, St Albans. Picture: Edward Gillson - Credit: Archant
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“No lethal firearm was identified and there is no ongoing threat.”
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