Bomb squad called to Linwood after discovery of 'unexploded device'

Police say it has been safely removed and no one was injured

Author: Alice FaulknerPublished 24th Sep 2024

A bomb squad was called into a Linwood industrial estate after an unexploded device was discovered in the area.

One local business was evacuated and a cordon was in place around Burnbrae Drive just after 9 o'clock this morning.

The Explosive Ordnance Department attended the scene and safely removed the device, reporting that no one was hurt.

Police Scotland said: Around 9.05am on Tuesday, 24 September 2024, police were called after a device – thought to be an old ordnance device – was found in Burnbrae Dr, Linwood.

“The EOD – Explosive Ordnance Department – attended and the device was safely removed from the area.

“Staff have been allowed to return to their work and local roads are now open.”

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