These were the scenes after a ‘suspicious package’ was found on Watling Street Road in Fulwood

By Sean Gleaves

Published 18th Jun 2024, 16:33 BST

A road in Fulwood was cordoned off after a “suspicious package” was found.

These were the scenes:

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A "suspicious package" was found on Watling Street Road on Tuesday.

1. ‘Suspicious package’ found in Fulwood

A "suspicious package" was found on Watling Street Road on Tuesday. | Neil CrossPhoto: Neil Cross

A cordon was subsequently put in place and residents were diverted away from the scene.

2. ‘Suspicious package’ found in Fulwood

A cordon was subsequently put in place and residents were diverted away from the scene. | Neil CrossPhoto: Neil Cross

A spokesman for Lancashire Police said: “Our Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) colleagues are on their way and we would ask that people avoid the area as a precaution."

3. ‘Suspicious package’ found in Fulwood

A spokesman for Lancashire Police said: “Our Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) colleagues are on their way and we would ask that people avoid the area as a precaution." | Neil CrossPhoto: Neil Cross

Residents were reportedly evacuated from their homes, according to eyewitness reports.

4. ‘Suspicious package’ found in Fulwood

Residents were reportedly evacuated from their homes, according to eyewitness reports. | Neil CrossPhoto: Neil Cross

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