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12 Aug 2021 | 09:32 PM UTC

UK: Emergency services continue responding to security incident in Plymouth Aug. 12 /update 1

Emergency services continue response to security incident in Plymouth, UK, evening of Aug. 12.

Critical

Event

Emergency services continue their response to a security incident in Plymouth's Keyham neighborhood as of 22:00 Aug. 12. The nature of the incident remains unclear as yet; however, authorities have indicated that there have been several fatalities and injuries. Police have declared a critical incident but believe the event has been contained.

Authorities have closed several roads and have cordoned off the area. Heavy security and localized transport disruptions are likely in the vicinity of Keyham through at least early Aug. 13.

Advice

Avoid the affected area. Heed instructions from security services. Remain courteous and cooperative if approached and questioned by law enforcement personnel.