BREAKING: Police cordon off area in Amersfoort as man with alleged firearm remains at large; one arrest made
Police in the Dutch city of Amersfoort have cordoned off an area following reports of a man armed with a possible firearm.
The incident began on Friday afternoon when police received a report of a man acting suspiciously in the Schothorst district of the city. Witnesses claimed to have seen the man carrying what appeared to be a firearm.
Upon arrival, police officers discovered a firearm-like object on the ground. They immediately cordoned off the area and launched a search for the suspect.
One person has been arrested in connection with the incident, but the suspect remains at large.
Police have urged residents in the area to stay indoors and remain vigilant. They have also asked anyone with information about the suspect's whereabouts to contact the police.
The investigation is ongoing, and further updates are expected from the police in due course.