Police officers descended on a block of flats last night.

Multiple police cars could be seen surrounding Wiltshire House in Lavender Street, Brighton, shortly after 7.30pm.

The Argus: Sussex Police officers outside Wiltshire House in BrightonSussex Police officers outside Wiltshire House in Brighton (Image: Sussex News and Pictures)

A force spokesman said it was an “isolated incident” and officers remain in the area this morning as enquiries continue.

The Argus: Multiple police cars could be seen outside the buildingMultiple police cars could be seen outside the building (Image: Sussex News and Pictures)

They would not specify the nature of the incident.

“There is no threat to the wider community,” the spokesman said.

“Further details will be released in due course.”