Armed police arrest man in Outwood following reports of threats made by a weapon

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Police were called to an address on Bevin Close, Outwood, over the weekend following reports of threats being made with a weapon.

Armed police and police dogs responded to the scene following reports made shortly after 3pm on Saturday, July 22.

The police helicopter was also deployed in the area.

A spokesperson from West Yorkshire Police said: “Police were called to an address on Bevin Close, Outwood, Wakefield, shortly after 3pm on Saturday following reports of threats being made with a weapon.

"An extensive search of the nearby area was conducted and a male was arrested on Leeds Road in connection with the incident a short time later.

"The male has been bailed pending further enquiries.”