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May 2022
Last Updated: 20/05/2022
Armed police close off Pinewoods after suspected gunfire
Someone in the area told the Stray Ferret they heard three "very loud" bangs, which they presumed to be gunshots, at around 5pm.
Police have closed off the Pinewoods after suspected gunfire was heard this evening.
Someone in the area told the Stray Ferret they heard three "very loud" bangs, which they presumed to be gunshots, at around 5pm.
They said a police helicopter has been circling the woodland since then.
The Stray Ferret spoke to one police officer who said armed police had "contained" the area but did not give any further information. It is not known if anyone has been hurt.
We will have more information on this developing story as we get it.
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