Sussex Police were called to a report of man believed to be in possession of a firearm at Kingsham Avenue, Chichester, this morning (Sunday 29 January) at 7.30 am.
Armed officers responded and arrested a 44-year-old man at the scene on suspicion of possession of a firearm with intent to cause fear of violence and he was taken into custody. An imitation firearm was recovered.
Sussex Police said, “No one was harmed and there is no ongoing threat to the public.
If you witnessed the incident or have any information which could help our investigation, please report online quoting serial 275 of 29/01.
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