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Suspect in Warrington Standoff Now on Conditional Bail After Armed Police Arrest

Specialist firearms officers contained a Lyster Close property following a reported assault.

Overview

  • Police were called at 8:44am on February 21 to Lyster Close in Warrington after a report of an assault.
  • A woman was located by officers and taken to safety from the address.
  • Negotiators engaged with a man reported to be armed before firearms officers contained and accessed the property.
  • A 34-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of assault, threats to kill, criminal damage and intentional strangulation.
  • Cheshire Police say the man has been released on conditional bail as inquiries continue, with residents reporting a large police presence and a helicopter overhead.