Armed Police Surround Chester-Le-Street House

Durham Police say they have arrested a man on suspicion of attempted robbery in Chester-le-Street

A 19 year old man has been arrested on suspicion of attempted robbery at a Sainsbury's in The Avenue.

Earlier armed officers, Police dogs and several vehicles surrounded a house in Grey Avenue.

They say Police will remain in the area while they search the property.

Durham Police have told Capital they got a call from a concerned member of the public over the safety of a man in the house.

They said there is the possibility of a knife involved.