The Police have confirmed that they dispatched an armed response unit to an area thought to be Prince's Avenue in Douglas today.
They said that it was a precautionary measure whilst they make a number of enquiries in relation to an ongoing investigation.
They have stressed that there are no threats to public safety in relation to the matter.
Concluding their statement they apologised for any inconvenience caused to the public whilst the incident was contained.
Biker caught doing 90 in 50 zone
Police say a biker will appear in court after being clocked at more than twice the speed limit.
Man charged with driving against Mountain Road one-way system
A man's appeared in court after allegedly defying the one-way system over the mountain.
Keep your dog safe this TT
The Manx SPCA is asking people to take extra care with their pets over TT.
Hackers target Bride Commissioners
Someone tried to hack into emails at Bride commissioners following a row over waste disposal.
Marshals video shows bikes arriving
Drone footage shot by marshals shows bikers flocking to the Island from the ferry.
Barbecues banned at TT spectator points
The government's banning barbecues, fires and stoves at spectator points around the TT course to prevent wildfires.
Speed warning issued by police
Police have issued a warning over TT speeding after stopping more than a dozen drivers yesterday.
TT funfair reaches Douglas
The TT funfair has arrived!
