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Large police presence in downtown Hamilton after weapon report

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There was a large police presence in downtown Hamilton following reports of a person with a weapon Tuesday afternoon.

Hamilton police responded to the area of Duke and James streets to investigate the allegation.

Officers say the reports of a person with a weapon have not been substantiated at this time.

People are asked to avoid the area as police continue to investigate.

This is a developing news story. More to come.