Man attacked and threatened with suspected gun

A street view of Lawrence Hill, which has a bus stop, shops and vehicles moving along a road.Image source, Google
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Officers were unable to find the suspects

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Police are carrying out more patrols after a man was attacked and threatened with a suspected gun.

Armed officers, a drone unit and search dogs were deployed to the incident, which happened at about 19:00 BST on Tuesday in Lawrence Hill, Bristol.

The victim did not sustain serious injuries, and officers were unable to find the suspects or a firearm, Avon and Somerset Police confirmed.

Officers have urged anyone with relevant information to contact them.

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