There has been a heavy police presence in Stevenage town centre this afternoon after an incident at a shop.
Police were called shortly after 3.20pm today to Savers in Queensway after it was reported that a male had kicked the shop window.
An eyewitness told the Comet that a large number of police vehicles parked up behind NatWest bank, with officers who appeared to have handguns also in attendance.
A male was arrested and is currently in custody. Police say the investigation is ongoing.
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