UPDATE: Armed police deployed amid reports of ‘gunman’ near Swindon school
Armed police stormed a house in Swindon following a ‘disorder’ this afternoon (Friday).
It came after officers raced to reports of a serious incident unfolding in a park, near Nova Hreod School, off Akers Way at around 3pm.
A short time later, police closed Northern Road as firearms officers attended a house there.
The National Police Air Service helicopter, from Bristol, circled overhead whilst the property was raided.
The ‘disorder’ reportedly involved at least one person armed with a weapon, sparking a firearms response.
In a statement, Wiltshire Police warned people to stay away from the area whilst they deal with the incident.
A spokesperson said: “Officers are currently dealing with an ongoing incident in the park near to Nova Hreod School off Akers Way, Swindon, following a report at approximately 3pm today regarding a disorder.
“Please avoid the area while officers conduct their enquiries.
“We are aware of a number of witnesses to the disorder – if this was you and you have mobile phone footage of the incident, please call 101 and quote log number 163 of today.”
Do you know more about what happened or have pictures and video footage? Contact via text message or WhatsApp on 07794 802 940.
