Worthing armed police incident: Police issue update after multiple road closures

Police have revealed why armed officers and police dogs were seen at Worthing Railway Station.
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A member of the public reported seeing a man with a weapon inside a building on Oxford Road in Worthing, at 2.45pm, Sussex Police said.

Armed officers rushed to the scene and police closed a number of surrounding roads 'to ensure the safety of the public'.

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Police said officers 'conducted a search of the premises' but 'nothing of concern was found'.

Worthing armed police incident. Photo: Eddie MitchellWorthing armed police incident. Photo: Eddie Mitchell
Worthing armed police incident. Photo: Eddie Mitchell

The railway station were reportedly closed and buses were diverted, whilst the incident was ongoing.

Click here to see video footage from the scene.