Police swoop Blackhall street as officers raid house in search of weapon

Police officers have raided a Blackhall Colliery house following concerns there was a potential weapon at the property.
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Witnesses reported a number of police cars at the scene on West Street on Wednesday, November 4.

A Durham Constabulary spokesman said: “Officers executed a warrant at an address on West Street in Blackhall Colliery shortly before 5pm last night (November 4) following concerns for a potential weapon in the property.

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“An air rifle was discovered inside the property which was seized by officers. Inquiries are ongoing.”

The incident happened on West Street, Blackhall.The incident happened on West Street, Blackhall.
The incident happened on West Street, Blackhall.
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