Undefined Explosive Device (UED)

Undefined Explosive Device (UED) event in North Ayrshire, Largs area, United Kingdom on Fri 23rd June 2023

23rd June 2023

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Ian Wightman was fishing off the north of the island when he noticed a rock-shaped object amongst his catch. On closer inspection, he realised it was ordnance and promptly called the Royal Navy’s Explosive Ordinance Disposal team, which safely detonated the device the following day. Ian explained...

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North Ayrshire ( Largs area )

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