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There was a heavy police presence in east London Sunday afternoon, as a witness said there was a domestic dispute and allegations of gun threats.

More than eight cruisers were seen in the neighbourhood of Price and Vauxhall streets, and police cruisers blocked entrances to the area.

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“Someone got mad at their girlfriend, left and called and lied and said there was a gun in the house,” said one woman who would only give her first name as Heather.

“We were bystanders in the house. I was just there. As far as I know there was no gun.”

London police could not be reached for comment Sunday.