Armed police lock down Dundee street as man arrested in late-night operation

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Armed police locked down a Dundee street in a dramatic late night operation. Officers were joined by fire service vehicles on Calderwood Close, in Beechwood, at 8.15pm on Tuesday.

Witnesses counted at least a dozen emergency vehicles at the scene. A 33-year-old man was later arrested and is due to appear in court later today.Residents described the area as being “awash with police”.Speaking to the local Courier newspaper, one said: “I couldn’t believe what was going on when I came past.DundeeLive brings you the latest headlines from Dundee and beyond.But did you know you all the ways you can stay informed with us?You can get our top stories sent straight to your inbox with our daily news updates.

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