Police responding to reports of a possible firearm sighted on East Street in Petone have taken three people into custody.

Emergency services were called around 7.20am to the Lower Hutt suburb, and armed police were quickly deployed as a matter of precaution.

Roads from East Street to Waione Street were closed in the area to ensure safety during the incident but are open now with cordons and diversions removed.

Police will continue to investigate the matter.

Appropriate charges are being considered.

Officers thank the public for their patience if their Easter holiday weekend was slightly disrupted while emergency services worked at the scene.

Police would like to reassure the community that there appears to be no further concerns, and officers will remain present around the area.

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