A man described as dirty and wearing no shoes or socks, was detained by police after being brought down from a roof.

Officers and a Met Police helicopter were at the scene in Myrtle Road, Sutton, where the events unfolded at roughly midday.

Someone who witnessed the incident but asked not to be named, said: "Many police cars and dog unit arrested a dirty man with no shoes or socks. 

"Many concerned neighbours were looking on."

A Met Police spokesperson was unable to confirm if an arrest was made, saying only that someone was detained.

They were also are unable to confirm if any offences were committed.

More to follow.

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