West Mercia Police responded to a report that a man was in possession of what was believed to be a knife.
Officers were called to Holmer Road in Hereford at around 3.10pm today.
Searches and enquiries in the area have been carried out and no one has been located.
The force said no threats were made to any members of the public.
"Police will remain in the area and anyone with concerns is encouraged to speak to an officer."
New homes for old bus depot
Shropshire Council has approved plans to build nine homes on the old Whittle Bus depot site in Ludlow.
MP graduates from Armed Forces Parliamentary Scheme
South Shropshire MP Stuart Anderson has graduated from the prestigious Armed Forces Parliamentary Scheme.
Tom Grennan to perform at Ludlow Castle
Singer-songwriter Tom Grennan has been announced as the latest headliner for next year’s Live at Ludlow Castle series.
Revealed: The main roads in Herefordshire prioritised for repairs
A list of main roads in Herefordshire to be resurfaced in the coming weeks has been revealed.
Villagers fustrated over lack of road repairs
People living in Shropshire village are becoming frustrated about how long it is taking to repair collapsed culverts.
New Food and Drink group launched at online event
A new group to help food and drink businesses across the Marches work more closely together, develop international markets and access specialist support has been launched at an online event.
