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Firearm Arrest at Elm Park Station Halts Morning Commute

Police closed Elm Park station for more than three hours after reports of a firearm, appealing to witnesses for information.

Overview

  • Officers responded to reports of a man with a firearm at Elm Park Underground station shortly after 7am on Thursday.
  • A 61-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of unlawful firearm possession and remains in custody.
  • Elm Park station on the District line reopened at 10:46am once police completed their on-site investigation.
  • Transport for London accepted Tube tickets on London Buses and advised passengers to use alternative routes.
  • Anyone with information or footage of the incident is asked to contact British Transport Police by texting 61016 or calling 0800 40 50 40, quoting reference 109 of June 19.