Armed Police Descend on Ashford High Street After Gun Sighting
Armed officers swooped on Ashford town centre yesterday morning after reports of a man spotted with a gun.
Chaos on Ashford High Street
kent-police/" title="Kent Police" data-wpil-keyword-link="linked">Kent Police were called at 10:50am on Sunday, May 28, following reports of a man carrying what appeared to be a firearm in the busy High Street.
Man Arrested on Suspicion of Imitation Gun
A 44-year-old local man was quickly surrounded and arrested by armed officers. Police confirmed the weapon was an imitation firearm.
Ongoing Investigation
The suspect remains in custody and is awaiting questioning as police continue their enquiries.
