The Latest: Major Police Activity Reported in South London, Police Have Now Left The Scene (PHOTOS)

We are receiving reports of major police activity in Croydon, a large town in south London, England.

Several Civilians on the ground and local media are reporting armed officers and police helicopters flying over.

This is a developing story. Check back here for updates.

7:50 AM EST –

UPDATE: Police were called to East Croydon station after reports of a man acting suspiciously. https://t.co/VFW2OJUMtU

— Riley Krause (@cavemankrause) July 27, 2017

7:05 AM EST –

A spokesperson for police confirmed that police: “were stood down at about 11.40am.”

“The situation has been dealt with.” – READ MORE

6:30 AM EST –

Something serious going on in Croydon. Police helicopters everywhere and armed police at East Croydon station pic.twitter.com/BSTfXLn9qK

— Darren Taylor (@thebigmarketer) July 27, 2017

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Police Helicopter buzzing over Lansdowne Road Croydon ??

— Veronica (@VeronicaVnchips) July 27, 2017