Police Helicopter Flies Over Oakham
On October 25, 2023, residents of Oakham, Rutland were surprised to see a police helicopter flying overhead. The helicopter was reportedly responding to an isolated incident in Woodland View, Oakham.
Rutland Police posted a message on social media, asking residents not to be alarmed by the increased police activity. The post said that the police would update the public in due course, but no further information was released.
The helicopter was spotted flying over the town at around 2:30pm. It was circling low over the Burley Road area for around 20 minutes before flying away.
The National Police Air Service Helicopter Flew Over Oakham Rutland and Armed Leicestershire Police officers attend report of knife incident in Woodland View Oakham.
Rutland Police Social Media Post
"We are aware of a police helicopter flying over Oakham this afternoon. Please do not be alarmed if you see increased police activity in the Burley Road area. We are addressing an isolated incident and will update you in due course."
