Road shut by police after domestic incident escalates
Published Date:
18 August 2008
A road in Hastings town centre has been cordoned off by police after a domestic disturbance escalated.
They put up blockades at both ends of Devonshire Road just before 2pm to prevent vehicles and pedestrians passing.
There are currently about 30 police officers and a dozen police vehicles, including an armed response unit, at the scene.
A witness said: "It is swarming with police at the moment. They have sealed off the entire road. There are about 12 police units including an armed response unit as well as dog handlers."
A Sussex Police spokesman said: "We were alerted at 1.42pm. Devonshire Road has been cordoned off to vehicles and pedestians. It is a domestic disturbance which has escalated."
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Last Updated:
18 August 2008 3:35 PM
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Location:
Hastings
