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A man was arrested after reports of domestic abuse at a Liverpool city centre flat.



Shortly after 2pm yesterday, officers were called to allegations of domestic abuse against a woman on Old Hall Street.

A 33-year-old man from Liverpool was arrested on suspicion of rape, assault and controlling and coercive behaviour. He was taken to a police station in Merseyside to be interviewed.

Crime Scene Investigators have carried out forensic examinations at the scene and house-to-house enquiries have been undertaken.

There was a visible police presence at the scene this lunchtime - at one point, officers could be seen walking along the street with a battering ram.

A Merseyside police spokesperson said: "The victim is receiving specialist support from officers and the investigation is continuing."