A MAN has been charged with assault and possession of an imitation firearm.

Selasie Clarke, of Stanley Street in Worcester and age 49, is due to appear in magistrates court today (Monday).

A spokesperson for West Mercia Police said: "A Selasie Clarke, aged 49, of Stanley Street in Worcester, was charged with assault and possession of an imitation firearm.

"He is due to appear before magistrates’ today (Monday)."

Armed police and dogs were seen in Lowesmoor shouting "get on the floor" and "armed police show me your hands".