Bomb squad sent to Broughty Ferry beach
Emergency services were called at around 11.30am after a suspicious item was found
Last updated 15th Aug 2023
Part of Broughty Ferry beach and the esplanade has been sealed off to the public after a suspected ordnance was found.
The area in front of The Glass Pavilion is closed off, while several properties have been evacuated as a precaution.
Police and local coastguard teams are on site.
A HM coastguard spokesperson told us:
HM Coastguard has been responding to reports of ordnance at Broughty Ferry beach today (15 August). Alerted just after 11.30am, Arbroath Coastguard Rescue Team was sent to assist Police Scotland and Explosive Ordnance Disposal by providing safety cover."
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