GUN cops swarmed a Scots property as “gun shots” were heard amid an armed stand-off.
Officers swooped on a home in the Earlston Avenue area of Dundee around 12:10pm on Friday following a concern for person call.
Officers swooped on a home in the Earlston Avenue area of Dundee[/caption]
A police negotiator was reportedly brought in to handle the situation.
Local residents reported hearing officers shouting “put the weapon down” and “stand up with your hands up”.
Cops have since confirmed a firearm was discharged during the incident.
A 34-year-old man was taken to hospital for assessment following the incident.
No injuries were reported.
Earlston Avenue remains sealed off today as forensic investigators scour the street and photograph the area, according to The Courier.
The incident has been referred to the Police Investigation and Review Commissioner (PIRC).
Chief Inspector David Gibson said: “We are aware this incident will be of concern to the local community, but we would like to reassure everyone that this was self-contained and there was no wider risk to the public.”
