Armed officers from West Midlands Police are currently at the scene of an incident on Westwood Road in Aston, Birmingham. The area around the junction with Tame Road has been cordoned off since the morning of Thursday, July 9.
Details of the Incident
A white van was observed within the police tape, and witnesses reported a heavy police presence. One local stated: "Armed police in Aston. Police have swarmed the Westwood Road area and reports say they're currently at a stand-off." BirminghamLive has contacted the police force for further information.
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