A tense incident unfolded in Liverpool city centre in the early hours of Monday, ending with a man in custody following reports of a firearm threat.
Fight Near Clayton Square Sparks Police Response
Merseyside Police were called at 4:45am after a heated altercation between two men near Clayton Square. One man allegedly threatened the other with a firearm, prompting a swift police reaction.
No Shots Fired, No Injuries
Thankfully, police confirmed no weapon was discharged and no one was hurt during the incident.
37-Year-Old Detained Over Firearm Suspicions
After examining CCTV footage and gathering witness statements, officers arrested a 37-year-old man on suspicion of possessing a firearm without a certificate. He remains in custody. A BB gun was recovered and seized by police, and the city centre cordons have now been lifted.
