POLICE were called after reports that a man was seen with a suspected firearm.

Officers descended on the scene after a suspect was seen on a path near to Boardmans Lane, Blackbrook, on Monday afternoon, September 25, at around 4pm.

A police cordon put in place as officers conducted searches in the vicinity.

A police spokeswoman said an “extensive search of the area” was carried out, though nothing was found.

The male suspect was described as tall, of slim build and wearing a black Nike baseball cap, a dark blue or black Nike jacket, dark shorts and was said to be carrying a Lidl plastic bag.

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A Merseyside Police spokeswoman said: “We can confirm that at around 4pm yesterday, Monday 25 September, we received a report that a male had been seen with a suspected firearm on the path near to Boardmans Lane in St Helens.

“Officers attended and an extensive search of the area was carried out with a cordon in place, and nothing was found.

“The male was described as tall, slim build and wearing a black Nike baseball cap, dark blue/black Nike jacket, dark shorts and carrying a Lidl plastic bag.

“Anyone with information about this incident is asked to DM @MerPolCC call 101 with log 638 of September 25.

“Or contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.

“Always call 999 if a crime is in progress.”