Back to News

Hitchin: Man arrested after armed police called to Walsworth Road

By Layth Yousif 8th Jan 2021

Local News
Hitchin: Man arrested after armed police called. CREDIT: William Sale
Hitchin: Man arrested after armed police called. CREDIT: William Sale

Armed police have been on the streets of Hitchin on Friday afternoon - which led to a man being arrested in connection with an incident in the town.

Police were called at 1.11pm today (Friday 8 January) to reports of a man allegedly in possession of a firearm in a garden in Walsworth Road, Hitchin.

Armed officers attended the scene and a road closure was put in place as a precaution while the incident was dealt with.

     

CHECK OUT OUR Jobs Section HERE!
hitchin vacancies updated hourly!
 Click here to see more: hitchin jobs

     

Good reason (not) to support local news.

Local News is essential for Hitchin's community.
So, what's the reason not to support local news?

Honest answer:
Not everyone can afford to pay for news.
That's why Hitchin Nub News does not have a paywall.
If you are not able to help at the moment -
continue read us for free.
Monthly supporters will enjoy:
Ad-free experience

Share:

Prev

Herts chief fire officer: We must all play our part to curb Covid

Next

Covid update: Cases and deaths in Hitchin and north Herts continue to rise

Related Articles

Here is Hitchin today's weather forecast provided by Mr Data
Today's weather in Hitchin - 3 August

3rd Aug 2025

Read More
Here is Hitchin today's weather forecast provided by Mr Data
Today's weather in Hitchin - 2 August

2nd Aug 2025

Read More

Sign-up for our FREE newsletter...

We want to provide hitchin with more and more clickbait-free news.

     

...or become a Supporter.
Hitchin. Your Town. Your News.

Local news is essential for our community — but it needs your support.
Your donation makes a real difference.
For monthly donators:
Ad-free experience

We are using 🍪

Agree