Greater Manchester Police have given an update on the 'domestic incident' which they were called out for at around 1:30pm this afternoon (5th October), they confirm that a 27-year-old man has now been arrested on suspicion of making threats to kill as well as possession of a firearm with intent to kill.
The man has been arrested and remains in custody for further questioning.
There have been no injuries reported.
Armed officers wearing helmets and balaclavas responded to a report of a 'domestic incident' at a terrace house on Silver Street this earlier this afternoon.
The road was cordoned off for a time and officers were present around the area but they have since scaled back the operation and reopened the roads.
A GMP spokesperson could not clarify at the time as to why armed officers had responded, but stressed that there is 'no threat to the wider public.'
There was speculation online that the police were responding to claims of a hostage situation but those claims were proven to be unfounded.
A spokesperson for GMP said:
Quote"Officers have arrested a man following an incident in Irlam
"Police were called to Heron Drive, Irlam, at around 1.30pm today, Saturday, following reports of a domestic incident.
"A number of officers attended and a 27-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of threats to kill and possession of a firearm with intent to kill.
"There are no threats to the wider public and investigations are ongoing."
Edited by KARL
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