Police were called to reports of two men with knives outside of a college in Ipswich. 

Emergency services were called to Suffolk New College in Rope Walk at about 2.20pm on Tuesday. 

A spokesman for Suffolk police said it was reported that two men were seen outside the college.

They were reportedly both in possession of a knife before being seen to leave.

Principal and CEO of the college Alan Pease said: "Staff were made aware of an incident that was outside of college premises today (10 September 2024) at around 2.30pm.

"Education providers prepare for incidents of this nature, so safeguarding action to protect staff and students immediately commenced and the police were called to the scene.

"On arriving, the police quickly established that no one had been injured and the situation was resolved.

 "At no stage did anyone enter the college.

"We would like to thank the police for their help and support.

"We would like to reassure students, staff, parents, guardians and the community that safeguarding is our main priority and we will continue to provide high levels of safety in and around college premises at all times."