Armed Police Swamp Bromley Home in Major Blitz
Armed officers from the Met have surrounded a property on Oak Grove Road, Bromley, in South East London. The dramatic swoop was part of a “proactive operation,” officials say, and not terror-related.
Police Lock Down Scene After Evening Raid
Both armed and unarmed officers remain on site, with a tight cordon firmly in place. The action kicked off just after 8pm on Monday, 27 July.
Five Arrested Over Firearms – No Shots Fired
A spokesperson confirmed five suspects were hauled in on suspicion of firearms offences. They are now in custody at a south London police station.
“Armed officers have been working as part of a proactive operation in Oak Grove Road this evening, Monday, 27 July,” said the Met Police spokesman.
Thankfully, no shots were fired and no injuries have been reported so far.