Armed cops have stormed a street after a gang allegedly carrying guns entered a home. Cops were alerted to the alleged incident at around 11pm on Wednesday, April 11, in Bootle, near Liverpool.
They received reports of a group of men entering a property in the area. Armed officers were soon on the scene and they arrested a 22-year-old woman and a 23-year-old man from Bootle on suspicion of possession of a firearm offence, reports the Liverpool Echo.
The pair were also arrested on suspicion possession with intent to supply Class A and B drugs and theft of a motor vehicle, after drugs and an e-scooter were allegedly found after a search.
Detective Inspector James Halpin said: "Although we have made two arrests an investigation remains underway as we continue our enquiries into this incident.
"If you have any information about this incident or where guns and drugs are being stored in your community please contact police so we can continue to take the necessary actions. Anyone with information is asked to contact police @MerPolCC.
"You can also pass information anonymously via Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111, or contact them via their online form at: Give information anonymously | Crimestoppers ( crimestoppers-uk.org ) Always call 999 if a crime is in progress."
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