'Concern for a person' sees police helicopter take flight in Falkirk

Reports of a helicopter overhead and a large police presence in Langlees filled social media on Sunday evening.
By Fiona Dobie
Published 6th Apr 2020, 10:36 BST
Updated 6th Apr 2020, 10:40 BST
Police enlisted the help of a helicopter and dog unitPolice enlisted the help of a helicopter and dog unit
Police enlisted the help of a helicopter and dog unit

Witnesses said there were a number of police vehicles in the area and a helicopter, using its spotlight could be seen flying over the area.

Others reported hearing a lot of sirens.

Police Scotland confirmed their officers had been called to an incident in the area.

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A spokesperson for the force said: "We received a report of a concern for a person in Falkirk around 9.15pm on Sunday, April 5.

"Various police resources were used including the helicopter and dog unit.

“A 19-year-old man was traced in the David's Loan area and taken to Forth Valley Royal Hospital."

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