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Armed police arrest man after knife incident in Ipswich

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Police detained a male suspect following reports of a man with a blade in Hawthorne Drive on Monday afternoon.

What happened: Armed officers responded to calls about a male allegedly possessing a knife in Ipswich around 1pm yesterday. A man was swiftly arrested nearby on suspicion of having a bladed article.

Why it matters: The incident caused concern among local residents, with social media posts showing armed police securing the area in Mallard Way before making the arrest.

The details:

  • Police received reports of the suspect in Hawthorne Drive

  • Armed units were deployed

  • Officers apprehended a man shortly before 1pm near the location

  • The suspect was taken to Martlesham Police Investigation Centre for questioning

What they're saying: A Suffolk Police spokesman stated: "Police received reports of a male believed to be in possession of a bladed weapon in Hawthorne Drive. As is standard with reports of this nature, armed police responded and just before 1pm a man was arrested nearby on suspicion of possession of a bladed article and has been taken to Martlesham PIC for questioning."

What's next: An investigation is now underway into the incident.

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Where have the boats gone? Ipswich Marina empties ahead of contentious £2m upgrade

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Dozens of boats are disappearing from their long-term berths at Ipswich Marina as owners scramble to find new moorings within a two-week deadline. The relocations come as Associated British Ports (ABP) prepares to begin a £2m upgrade of the northern side pontoons.

Why it matters: The exodus of 39 vessels marks a significant change for the waterfront landscape, temporarily altering the character of one of Ipswich's most distinctive areas.

The big picture: ABP says the existing pontoons on the northern side have reached the end of their "usable life", necessitating urgent relocations ahead of the winter period. The company plans to create new pontoons in front of Coprolite Street and the main university building.

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By the numbers:

  • 39 boats need to relocate

  • £2m investment approved by ABP's board

  • 2 weeks given for vessels to move

  • 11 years some boat owners have been moored at the marina

What's happening: While some vessels will move to the opposite side of the wet dock, others may leave Ipswich entirely as the marina's established community faces disruption during the redevelopment.

Behind the scenes: The revised plans, submitted in July, followed compromises ABP says it made with boat owners. The company is now awaiting approval from Ipswich Borough Council, with a decision expected by the end of the year.

What they're saying: ABP's divisional port manager Paul Ager describes the £2m investment as a "strong vote of confidence" in the marina's future. The company says it has received "strong support" for upgrading the berthing facilities.

The bottom line: While the marina temporarily loses its familiar flotilla of vessels, ABP maintains the disruption is necessary for essential safety upgrades. The development marks the latest chapter in the ongoing transformation of Ipswich's waterfront.

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