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Police at the scene of an incident on London Bridge in central London(Image: PA)

London Bridge on lockdown after reports of multiple gunshots

People were evacuated from the scene

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Gunshots have reportedly been fired on London Bridge which has resulted in people being evacuated from the scene.

Nearby people have said they heard a number of shots fired as 'sirens wailed' to London Bridge.

The area has been cordoned off by Metropolitan Police with reports of 'men restraining each other', according to the BBC.

Timothy Johnson tweeted: "Police shouting for everyone to move away. Real panic setting in at London Bridge.

"Rumours of a shooting?"

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People are evacuated from London Bridge in central London following a police incident(Image: PA)

Another said: "Security incident at London Bridge. Armed police. Gunshots fired."

"Gunshots heard on London Bridge from our office," another added.

Detectives have said they are in the early stages of dealing with an incident.

They added: "If you are near the scene, please follow the directions of any officer on the ground."

Sky News has reported that a man has been shot.

Police have confirmed that the situation is currently on-going.

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