Scunthorpe homes evacuated as 'unidentified item' found

A number of properties in Scunthorpe have been evacuated following the discovery of an 'unidentified item'.

The Explosives Ordinance Disposal (EOD) team has been called in to an address in Cottage Beck Road following the discovery.

For the safety of those living and working in the area, as a precautionary measure, properties within a 100m radius will be evacuated.

Humberside Police say this is likely to cause some disruption in the area while the incident is being resolved and they would like to thank you for your patience.

Officers discovered the item during the pre-planned arrest of a 35-year-old man in relation to allegations of domestic abuse.