Aberdeen homes evacuated after discovery of 'hazardous substances'

A number of properties in Aberdeen were evacuated by police on Sunday following the discovery of 'potentially hazardous substances' within a flat.

Officers were called to the scene on Cadenhead Place at around 9.55am yesterday (August 25) with nearby homes evacuated as a precation.

Police remained in the area throughout the day and are still at the scene on Monday as enquiries into the incident continue.

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The nature of the substances found inside the flat are unknown at this stage, and police are reporting no injuries from the scene.

A Police Scotland spokesperson said: "Officers attended a flat in Cadenhead Place, Aberdeen, around 9.55am on Sunday, 25 August, 2024, following the discovery of potentially hazardous substances within.

"A number of properties were evacuated as a precaution, however residents have now returned.

"Emergency services remain at the scene and enquiries are ongoing."