Woman arrested after armed police discover weapon
Police thanked residents for their patience while the incident was happening
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A woman has been arrested and a weapon recovered after the police helicopter and armed officers were called to a property on a residential street.
Hertfordshire Police were contacted about concern for the welfare of a woman in Bournehall Road, Bushey, just before 12:30 BST on Saturday.
Officers found a weapon inside, believed to be an air rifle, but no injuries were reported.
A woman was arrested on suspicion of possession of a firearm with intent to cause violence.
Local road closures were put in place while the incident unfolded as first reported in the Watford Observer, external.
A spokesperson for Hertfordshire Police said: "We thank residents for their patience whilst we responded to the situation."
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