A number of people have been killed in a firearms incident in Plymouth this evening.
From Devon and Cornwall Police:
Police were called to a serious firearms incident in Biddick Drive, in the Keyham area of Plymouth at around 6.10pm today [Thursday 12 August].
Officers and ambulance staff attended.
There have been a number of fatalities at the scene and several other casualties are receiving treatment.
A critical incident has been declared.
The area has been cordoned off and police believe the situation is contained.
Road closures are in place so please avoid the area.
We are appealing to the public not to speculate or share pictures of the scene on social media or anywhere else.
We will provide more information on log number 768 of 12/08/21 as soon as we can.
