Two controlled explosions carried out after 'suspicious package' found outside property

Two controlled explosions have been carried out this evening (Tuesday) after a 'suspicious package' was found outside a property in Fulwood. Police had earlier erected a cordon on Watling Street Road after the discovery of what police referred to as 'grenade-type devices'.

The closure was in place from around 12.30pm today (June 18) and the bomb squad was called out to attend to the incident. Police said this evening shortly before 8pm that the cordon had been lifted.

Residents have been allowed to go back to their homes. Anyone with information has been asked to contact the police.

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In a statement, Lancashire Police said: "Around 12.25pm today (Tuesday, June 18) we attended an address following a report two suspicious objects, believed to be grenade-type devices, had been found close to an address. The Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) team was called with properties evacuated and a cordon established.

"Following assessment, the EOD team carried out a successful controlled explosion of one of the objects at the scene, with a second object removed to a second location and a further controlled explosion taking place. The cordon has now been lifted with homeowners returning to their properties.

"We understand the impact this incident has had on residents and want to thank them for their patience and understanding while emergency services helped bring the matter to a safe conclusion. An investigation into the circumstances around the incident is underway.

"If you saw anything unusual, or have any information which may assist police, please call 101 quoting log 0556 of June 18."