Three men released without charge following bomb scare in Glasgow
Streets around Buchanan Bus Station were evacuated yesterday after a suspicious item was found there yesterday afternoon
Three men have been released without charge following an afternoon of disruption in Glasgow city centre.
A suspicious item was found at Buchanan Bus Station around lunchtime yesterday.
Bomb disposal teams carried out a controlled explosion after surrounding streets and nearby Caledonian University were evacuated.
The item was later found to have posed no risk to the public.
Superintendent Derrick Johnston said: "The initial report was treated as a credible threat and, as a precautionary measure and in accordance with procedures, the surrounding area was closed to the public and a cordon put in place.
"The Royal Navy Explosive Ordnance Disposal team (EOD) carried out a controlled explosion after an assessment was made of the impact to nearby gas mains and local train lines.
"The item was then examined and confirmed to be innocent in nature, posing no risk to the public.
"All areas reopened by 9.45pm and I thank the public for their patience and understanding."