Gunman alert
Date published: 18 February 2011
POLICE were called to Fitton Hill following reports of a man seen walking around with a firearm yesterday.
The man was allegedly seen on Keswick Avenue just before 1pm. No-one fitting the description was found but high-visibility patrol officers were still combing the area at 5pm.
Police believe there was no danger to the local community.
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