Armed police race to Preston city centre after weapons drama

Armed police were deployed in Preston city centre after reports of men seen carrying weapons.
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The drama happened on Corporation Street, with officers surrounding a building.

One man was detained and is currently in custody. No shots were fired.

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A spokesman for Lancashire Police said: "We received a report of males entering a property armed with weapons.

"Armed Response Vehicles were asked to carry out a search.

"One male is currently helping us with our enquiries.

"There is no wider threat to members of the public."