Police investigating after reports of a man with a gun in Oldham
Date published: 18 January 2019
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A man has been arrested after reports of a man with a gun in Oldham.
Police were called to Honeywell Lane, near to Ashton Road, shortly before 8.25am on Friday.
Officers attended the scene and a pellet gun was recovered.
The road was closed in both directions while police dealt with the incident, causing buses to be redirected and heavy traffic in the area.
A 45-year-old man was detained on suspicion of possessing a firearm and he remains in custody for questioning.
Police say their enquiries are ongoing and are appealing for information.
Anyone with information can contact officers on 101, quoting reference number 414 of 18 January 2019.
You can also call the independent charity Crimestoppers anonymously, on 0800 555 111.
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