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Police Respond to Hoax Call in Port Seton
Residents of Port Seton witnessed a significant police presence in their community during the early hours of Tuesday, 13 October, when approximately dozens of armed officers arrived in response to a reported concern for a person.
The incident occurred at around 2.10am, leading to alarm among local residents as officers quickly descended on the street. However, Police Scotland later confirmed that the call was a hoax.
A spokesperson for Police Scotland stated, “Around 2.10am on Tuesday, 13 October, we received a call for a concern for a person in the Port Seton area. Officers attended and this was found to be a hoax call. Enquiries are ongoing to trace those responsible.”
Authorities are currently investigating to identify the individual who made the false report. Further updates are expected as the investigation progresses.
