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Incident In Upper Ventnor Prompts Large Police Presence

There is a large police presence in Upper Ventnor this afternoon (Thursday).

It's understood multiple police units are in the area off Newport Road.

Two men are said to be on the roof of a house.

Lowtherville Road has been closed.

A spokesperson for Hampshire Constabulary said:

"We are currently dealing with an incident on Lowtherville Road.

"We were called at 4.14pm and are currently at the scene.

"We would like to reassure residents that at this stage there is no wider risk to the community.

"We will provide further updates when possible."

 

UPDATE: 7.43PM

The men are understood to be down from the roof.

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