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Armed police have surrounded a house in south Belfast after a suspected firearms incident. Armed police officers have surrounded a house in south Belfast after a suspected firearms incident.
Police said a number of pellets had been shot at officers and their vehicles in Powers Court Place on the Ormeau Road.Police said a number of pellets had been shot at officers and their vehicles in Powers Court Place on the Ormeau Road.
People in the area have suggested that residents have barricaded themselves inside their home after receiving an eviction notice.
Police negotiators are at the incident which was reported at about 0450 BST.
The area has been cordoned off and people have been asked to remain in their houses.The area has been cordoned off and people have been asked to remain in their houses.
Police negotiators have been sent to the incident which was reported to the authorities at about 0450 BST.