Police probe continues after armed man spotted in Sunderland woodland

Inquiries are continuing today after an armed police operation was launched following fears someone with a weapon was hiding in a Sunderland wood.

By Fiona Thompson

Published 9th Apr 2020, 12:26 BST

Updated 9th Apr 2020, 12:26 BST

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Northumbria Police sent officers to carry out a sweep of an area of land off Silksworth Lane after a report claiming a man with a weapon had been seen yesterday, Wednesday, April 8.

Today, the force confirmed inquiries are ongoing into the claim.

Police said officers had received a report at 10.49am from a concerned caller who believed they had spotted a man with a weapon in the woods.

The area of land off Silksworth Lane was checked by armed police.

The area opposite The Cavalier, near Silksworth Close, was checked, but the teams were stood down shortly after 1pm.

A spokesperson added: “There have been no further sightings of the man.

“If you have any information that can assist please visit the report an incident section of our website, quoting log 348 080320.

“In an emergency always call 999.”