28 Jun 2024 | 08:48 PM UTC
UK: Police confirm suspected bomb threat in Bloomsbury area of London is false alarm June 28 /update 1
Authorities say suspected bomb threat in Bloomsbury, London, UK, is false alarm June 28; residual transport, business disruptions possible.
Authorities have determined that a suspected bomb threat reported in the Bloomsbury area of London on June 28 was a false alarm. Police deployed to the scene, located in the vicinity of a Waitrose supermarket at The Brunswick Centre shopping facility, and cordoned off the surrounding area (i.e., the shopping facility, Coram Street, and the Russell Square Underground station) as part of their emergency response. Officials reportedly stood down all police units after they examined a "suspicious vehicle" in the area.
Residual transport and business disruptions may continue to affect the Bloomsbury area over the short term.
Allow additional time for travel if operating in Bloomsbury. Prepare for possible residual disruptions to transport and business in the affected area. Consider taking alternative routes to circumvent the incident site. Adhere to all instructions issued by local officials.
