A man's been arrested after allegedly making threats with a knife inside a property in Brighton late last night (Monday).
Armed police were called by ambulance crews to Roedale Court, Upper Hollingdean Road, Brighton at 11.55pm on Monday (31 August).
Specialist officers attended to secure the building and bring paramedics to safety.
A distraction device was used and officers safely detained the suspect.
A 33-year-old man was arrested and has been taken into custody for questioning.
No injuries have been reported.
Chief Inspector Jon Carter said:
"This is being treated as an isolated incident and there is not any threat to the wider community.
"Thank you to local residents for their patience and understanding as there may have been some disruption in the early hours while this incident was ongoing."
Anyone with information can report online or call 101.
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