Overview

• Merseyside Police said they were called at about 7.25pm following concern for a man’s safety near Rainhill Railway Station.
• Officers detained a man at the scene and seized a suspected BB gun, and he was taken to a police station for questioning.
• No injuries were reported, according to a police spokesperson.
• The station and nearby streets were cordoned off, pubs were told to lock doors, and people were advised to avoid the area.
• Northern Rail reported the line between Earlestown and Huyton was blocked and warned of cancellations or delays through the evening.