The police helicopter and armed officers were called in the Fairfield and Howley area of Warrington last night after a man, possibly armed with a gun, reportedly damaged cars in the area.
A police investigation is currently ongoing and anyone with information is asked to contact the police.
A Cheshire police spokesman said: “Just before 11pm on Tuesday, May 18, the police were called for reports of a man who may have been armed with a gun and cars on Farrell Street, Fairfield and Howley damaged. Warrington.
“Local officials, assisted by the police helicopter and armed officers as a precaution, visited the scene and searched the area thoroughly, but there was no trace of the man.
Inquiries are pending and anyone with information is encouraged to call Cheshire Police on 101 using IML 991362 or visit www.cheshire.police.uk/tua.
Information can also be reported anonymously via Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111
