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Canterbury ring road sealed off and armed police called after two people injured

A city centre road has been closed as armed officers attend the scene of an incident in Canterbury.

Police confirmed officers had been sent to the scene in Lower Bridge Street at 5.20pm after two people were found injured.

Armed police are still at the scene in Canterbury

Several emergency vehicles, including at least eight police vehicles and four ambulances, were seen parked up following the incident at Gothink tattoo studio.

An eyewitness at the scene said: "There are so many police officers. At least eight police vehicles, four ambulances and dozens of armed officers.

Police at the scene on the Canterbury ring road
Police at the scene on the Canterbury ring road
Canterbury ring road has been cordoned off
Canterbury ring road has been cordoned off

"The ring road is completely cordoned-off at Lower Bridge Street, from St Georges roundabout to the magistrates' court.

"Forensic officers are also here."

Police at the scene on Canterbury ring road
Police at the scene on Canterbury ring road

Another witness based near the scene reported a victim had been stabbed.

Kent Police confirmed officers were attending a premises in Lower Bridge Street, Canterbury, following a report of two people found with injuries.

A statement added: "Officers and the South East Coast Ambulance Service were called to the scene at around 5.20pm.

"The road remains closed between St George’s roundabout and Burgate while inquiries are ongoing to establish the circumstances of the incident."

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