Dozens of residents were evacuated from the Gateway apartment building in Sheffield after reports of a man with weapons. Armed police have been negotiating with the man for over 24 hours, causing major disruptions to traffic and public transportation. The standoff continues, with residents possibly facing a second night at a temporary shelter.
South Yorkshire Police say he is alleged to be in possession of weapons and "poses a risk to himself"
Armed police were sent to the block of flats on Broad Street at about 19:00 GMT on Monday after reports of a man with weapons inside an apartment.South Yorkshire Police issued an update earlier saying officers were continuing to negotiate with the man and the force's aim was to "bring the incident to a close safely".
The updates we've had from the police have been minimal - the last one was more than three hours ago.As the light starts to fade there's nothing imminently happening. Expect these roads to be closed for some time. Otherwise there is no new information and it is a waiting game here at this eerily quiet Park Square roundabout.Drone footage from the scene shows the scale of the response from emergency services, with police vehicles, ambulances and fire engines all in attendance.It's about 20 hours now since police were first called to the Gateway apartments in Sheffield in response to concerns about the safety of a man inside the property.
Venue manager Lorenzo Clark said he and his staff have been trying to make people "as comfortable as they can be". "Our aim is to bring the incident to a close safely and get everyone and their families back to their homes as soon as possible."Erin, who was moved to Ponds Forge sports centre at 20:30 GMT last night, described the evacuation as a "stressful situation".
SHEFFIELD UK MAN WEAPONS STANDOFF EVACUATION POLICE
United Kingdom Latest News, United Kingdom Headlines
Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.
Sheffield apartment building evacuated after man seen 'with weapons'An apartment building in Sheffield has been evacuated after a man was seen 'with weapons'. Police were called to the Gateway apartment building in the Castlegate area of the city after 7pm yesterday. Residents took refuge inside the nearby Ponds Forge sports centre and students at the Pinnacles accommodation block were told to stay inside.
Read more »
Sheffield Wednesday Fan Jailed for Mocking Death of Former Sheffield United PlayerA Sheffield Wednesday fan received a three-year football banning order for displaying a message mocking the death of a former Sheffield United player during a derby match. Brandon Pedryc's actions, described as a 'moment of madness', caused significant upset and distress to the deceased player's family and friends.
Read more »
Apartment Building Evacuated in Sheffield Amid Weapons ConcernAn apartment building in Sheffield was evacuated after police received reports of a man inside possessing weapons. Roads in the area remain closed, and trams are affected. The incident in Castlegate comes as armed police also responded to a separate incident in Lewisham, south London, where a man was seen waving a large knife from a window, leading to a lockdown of the high street.
Read more »
Leeds United squad revealed for Sheffield Wednesday as key man ruled outA look at the options Daniel Farke has available for today's game with the Owls
Read more »
Swansea City 1-2 Sheffield United: Blades beat 10-man SwansSheffield United return to the top of the Championship as they come from behind to claim a 2-1 victory over 10-man Swansea City.
Read more »
Sheffield Flats Evacuated Over Armed Man FearsResidents of a flats block in Sheffield were evacuated on Monday evening due to reports of an armed man inside. Police remain at the scene on Tuesday morning, with roads and trams closed in the area. Residents in neighboring buildings have been asked to stay indoors while officers conduct their work.
Read more »