Police swarmed a road overnight following reports of a gunshot being fired.

Metropolitan Police say they were called to the incident in Mollison Way, Edgware at 9.55pm on Tuesday, February 3.

A witness wrote on Facebook they had heard a “very loud sound, like a gunshot”.

People have also said a helicopter was circling over the area following the incident.

Police say there are no reports of any injuries.

No arrests have been made and enquiries are continuing.

A Met Police spokesperson said: "Police were called at approximately 21:55hrs on Monday, 3 February to reports of a firearm discharge in Mollison Way, Edgware.

"No reports of any injuries.

"Officers from Trident investigate."

Anyone with information is asked to contact police on 101 and quote CAD 8032/3Feb or call the independent charity Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.