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Grenade

Grenade event in Greater London, St James Park, Lon area, United Kingdom on Thu 14th September 2023

14th September 2023

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Police have rushed to central London due to reports of a 'World War Two grenade' found in St James Park. A safety cordon was set up as the historic tourist park near Horse Guards was closed off to the public. LBC reports that a gardener stumbled across the explosive device which led to the bomb squad being called. Tourists then gathered in the area as a loud controlled explosion was carried out. Westminster Police confirmed the "potentially suspicious item" was discovered shortly after 9.20am this morning (Thursday, September 14). Pictures from the scene show London Ambulance Service also attended. The full police statement reads: "Police were called at 9.21am to reports of a potentially suspicious item found at St James Park, Horseguard Road. Safety cordons and closures have been established while specialist officers examine the item. Officers remain on scene. We thank the public for their patience." The LBC reporter posted on Twitter: "An unexploded ‘WW2 grenade’ has been found by a gardener in St James’ Park next to Horseguards.Large cordon and a bit of excitement from tourists as a loud controlled explosion was carried out."

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