Police have confirmed the presence of armed officers in Douglas today was in response to a 'threatening message' passed on to authorities.
As a result, officers were deployed to the Strand Street area earlier which was then cordoned off.
The constabulary says this was a precautionary measure whilst the situation was assessed and following enquiries they've established there's no risk to the public and officers have since been stood down.
Authorities are thanking residents for their assistance.
Peel RNLI honoured for lifesaving actions at sea
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Plans submitted to turn former offices into homes
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Island has just 20 vacant homes for public tenants
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Power station chimney flue arrives this week
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Peel sewage works hits milestone
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MHK to query gas buying for power generation
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Yoga studio applies for sign permission
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Yacht club worries over lifeboat retirement
A yacht club based in the south of the Island says it has reservations about Port St Mary losing one of its lifeboats.
