Arrest made after car crashes into gates of Downing Street 

A man has been arrested after a car crashed into the gates outside Downing Street.

Armed police were seen running towards the scene of the incident involving a silver car at Whitehall shortly after 4.20pm on Thursday.

There are no reports of any injuries but the street remains cordoned off.

Officers from the Met said a man had been arrested in connection with dangerous driving.

“At around 4.20pm a car collided with the gates of Downing Street on Whitehall,” a statement read.

“Armed officers arrested a man at the scene on suspicion of criminal damage and dangerous driving.

“There are no reports of any injuries. Enquiries are ongoing.”

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