Armed offices an Exeter street last Thursday night after reports of a man making threats
An armed response unit, along with a number of police officers and dog handlers, were sent to Bernadette Close in Whipton just after 10pm.
Police say after a two hour operation, a man in his 20s from Exeter, was arrested at 12:30am on Friday.
One witness said there were five patrol cars and a riot van at the scene of the operation. Anyone with further information is asked to call police on 101 quoting crime reference CR/110689/17.
Two Exeter shops hit with closure orders
Lucky Devon dog saved after complex rescue
Plymouth up recycling with food caddies
Somerset's Lando Norris wins F1 world title
City secure FA Cup Third round place
