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Armed police arrest man on the Orkney island of Flotta
Overview
Armed police officers travelling from mainland Scotland executed a warrant on the small Orkney island of Flotta and arrested a 61-year-old man in connection with threatening and abusive behaviour.
Key points
- Officers from mainland Scotland travelled to the island of Flotta to execute a warrant.
- A 61-year-old man was arrested following the incident in connection with threatening and abusive behaviour.
- Police confirmed there is no wider risk to the public and inquiries are ongoing.
- Three police vehicles arrived in Orkney by ferry before taking a local inter-island ferry to Flotta.