Man arrested after armed police swoop at Elm Park Underground over firearm reports
Armed police called to Elm Park station
A 61-year-old man was arrested early this morning after armed officers rushed to Elm Park Underground station following reports of a firearm. The British Transport Police (BTP) were alerted shortly after 7am on Wednesday 19 June and responded swiftly to the scene.
Suspect in custody, no injuries reported
Officers detained the man on suspicion of possession of a firearm. Thankfully, no injuries have been reported amid the incident. The investigation remains active as authorities probe the circumstances surrounding the event.
“Officers were called just after 7am today (19 June) to Elm Park Underground station following reports of a man in possession of a firearm. Officers attended, and a 61-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of possession of a firearm and taken into custody.” – BTP spokesperson
Witness appeal as police seek public help
Police are urging anyone who witnessed the incident, or who was at Elm Park station or on nearby trains, to come forward. Information could be vital to the ongoing inquiry.
- Text BTP on 61016
- Call 0800 40 50 40
- Quote incident reference 109 of 19 June
Service disruption at Elm Park
Elm Park station, located on London’s District Line, briefly faced service disruptions during the police operation but has since reopened.
More details are expected as the investigation continues.
