Man taken to hospital after armed police called to property 

Emergency services were called to an address on Earlston Avenue in Dundee following reports of concern for a person.

Man taken to hospital after armed police called to ‘concern for person’ in Dundee© Google Maps 2025

A man has been taken to hospital after armed police were called to a property in Dundee.

Firearms officers were called to an address on Earlston Avenue around 12.10pm on Friday following reports of concern for a person.

It is understood a firearm was discharged by police during the incident.

A 34-year-old man was taken to hospital for assessment and enquiries remain ongoing.

No one was injured as a result of the incident.

Chief Inspector David Gibson said: “We are aware this incident will be of concern to the local community, but we would like to reassure everyone that this was self-contained and there was no wider risk to the public.”

The circumstances have been referred to the Police Investigation and Review Commissioner (PIRC).

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