Police and fire called after disturbance involving 15 people spills out into Peterborough street

Police and fire crews were called to an incident in a residential street in Peterborough last night, Sunday May 21.

Officers were called at 11.13pm to reports of an argument involving about 15 people, which originated at a house but then spilled out into Cromwell Road.

The scene in Cromwell Road last night. Photo: Community Firstplaceholder image
The scene in Cromwell Road last night. Photo: Community First

Police attended the scene and the situation calmed following their arrival and no arrests were made.

While officers were dealing with the situation at a property in the street they became aware of a strong smell of gas and were concerned about the possibility of a leak.

Fire crews attended the scene with the hazardous response unit and conducted a full investigation.

The smell was deemed to be non-toxic.

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