A man who was suspected to have been carrying an imitation handgun during an alleged burglary has been arrested following a huge armed police presence.
Multiple police vehicles and officers took over Eldon Street in Darlington last Friday (April 26) following reports of a burglary.
Pictures from the incident showed multiple police vehicles parked up along the street to repsond to the reports.
Police have now confirmed a man was arrested on suspicion of possessing an imitation firearm as well as aggravated burglary - and has since been released on bail.
A Durham Constabulary spokesperson said: "Police were called shortly before 5.40pm on Friday (April 26) following reports that a man had broken into his neighbour’s house on Eldon Street, in Darlington.
"The man was said to be carrying what looked like a handgun.
"Officers attended and arrested a 54-year-old man on suspicion of possessing an imitation firearm and aggravated burglary.
"He has been interviewed by officers and released on bail while further enquiries are carried out."
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