In the small English town of Ramsbottom, the latest down-grade of the UK's security level might get
them wondering.
them wondering.
Quote:Homes evacuated after 'homemade explosive device' found - bomb squad on scene.SOURCE:
Three people have been arrested on suspicion of manufacturing explosive device.
'Homes and businesses have been evacuated in Lancashire after a “homemade explosive device”
was found during a police raid. Bomb disposal experts are reportedly on scene and cops have sealed
off several streets in Ramsbottom, Lancashire.
Police discovered the device on Wednesday morning following a pre-planned raid by Lancashire East
Police and Greater Manchester Police. An 18-year-old-woman and two men aged 26 and 27 have been
arrested on suspicion of manufacturing explosive devices.
Manchester Evening News reports the incident is not being treated as terror-related.
Pictures show a huge police presence in the area and a bomb disposal van has been pictured outside
an address on William Street in Stubbins.
The Explosives Ordnance Department are being aided by a bomb disposal robot.
Reports of evacuation surfaced on social media and people are thought to have been told to leave the area.
Supt Stasia Osiowy, of Lancashire East Police, said: “We have evacuated a number of properties as a
precautionary measure but there is not believed to be any immediate threat.
“We will endeavour to return people to their homes as soon as possible.”
Kate Anthony Hair Studio based in Stubbins said on Facebook: "Unfortunately due to a police issue in the
area - the salon has been evacuated. "At this moment in time - we do not know a time we can re-open."
Citizens in the area are said to be safe and there have been no reports of injuries.
Rest centres set up at the Rostron Arms Pub at Edenfield and Haslingden Sports Centre on Helmshore Road.
Lancashire East Police said enquiries are currently ongoing...'
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