Police offer Hebburn 'disturbance' explanation as firearms team called out and choppers spotted
Northumbria Police have issued a statement after choppers were spotted and a firearms team called out to a South Tyneside street.
Northumbria Police have issued a statement after reports of a disturbance in Hebburn, which got people talking after choppers were spotted in the skies.
Residents of Hebburn were alarmed when police were called to Whickham Road in Hebburn earlier this week, while police helicopters circled the skies in the town centre.
When asked to explain the incident, a Northumbria Police spokesperson said: “Shortly after 7.30pm on Monday, March 23, we received a report of a disturbance on Whickham Road in Hebburn.
“Officers attended, including our Firearms Support Unit as a precaution, where it was understood a group of men had been involved in a disagreement on the street.
“Those involved had left before police arrived, and enquiries were carried out in the surrounding areas.
“It is believed those involved are known to each other, and no offences have been identified at this stage.
“Anyone with further information can send us a direct message on social media or use live chat and report forms on our website.
“Those unable to make contact in these ways can call 101. Please quote reference: NP-20260323-0905.”