Grenade found at a property in Middleton

Police say they have carried out a controlled explosion in Middleton after a grenade was found at a property there.

A cordon was put in place at the time and specialist officers dealth with the incident.

A police spokesperson said:

"At around 2.45pm on Friday 29 April 2022, we received a report of a grenade at a property on Gatesgarth Road, Middleton.

"A cordon was put in place as a precaution.

"Specialist officers removed the device before carrying out a controlled explosion at a nearby and safe location."

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