Armed officers called to address after 'man spotted with firearm'

Armed officers descended on an address in Edinburgh on Monday afternoon after a report of a man being seen with a possible firearm.

Police were called to Drum Street in the Gilmerton area of the capital at around 4.30pm on Monday.

An imitation firearm was recovered and police confirmed that there was no threat to the public.

A 43-year-old man was arrested in connection with the incident and enquiries remain ongoing.

A Police Scotland spokesperson said: “Around 4.30pm on Monday, April 17, 2023, police were called to the Drum Street area of Edinburgh, following a report of a man seen with a possible firearm.

“Officers attended and a 43-year-old man was arrested in connection with the matter. An imitation firearm was recovered and there was no threat to the public. Enquiries remain ongoing.”

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