Police have traced a man who was allegedly seen with a 'firearm in Dundee on Thursday night.
Officers locked down the Ardler and Macalpine road areas of the city after unconfirmed sightings of the individual were reported.
Some locals claimed shots had been fired in the area, while others told of a police car chase.
Residents said forensic officers had cordoned off an area of Fintry Road after the incident in the early hours.
A Police Scotland spokesman said: "Tayside Police at 1am said: "Police Scotland can confirm that earlier this evening they responded to reports of person seen in possession of a possible firearm in Dundee.
"Extensive enquiry was conducted, and an individual has been traced in connection with the matter.
"We would like to reassure the public that there is no wider threat to the community at this time."
