Armed Police Descend on Shanklin After Weapon Scare
Armed officers from the Isle of Wight Roads Policing and Armed Response Unit rushed to Shanklin on Thursday night following reports of a man with a weapon.
Emergency Call Sparks Police Response
- Police were called to an address just after 9.30pm.
- Asterile cordon quickly sealed off the area around the property.
- Officers detained a man at the scene.
Investigation Underway
An emergency call alerted police to the threat, leading to the swift deployment of armed units. Hampshire Police have been contacted for comment but are yet to respond.
