A man has been arrested for carrying a firearm in a Hereford park.
Police were called this evening at around 7.30pm to a park in Hereford following reports of a man with a firearm.
Officers attended the scene in the Newton Farm area where a 30-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of possession of a firearm with intent. He remains in police custody as investigations continue.
No one was injured and this is believed to have been an isolated incident.
People may see an increased police presence in the area tomorrow as Safer Neighbourhood Teams offer reassurance to the community.
It comes as a weapon surrender campaign was launched in Hereford today.
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