Army carry out controlled explosion of 'largest' WWII bomb found on British soil
The Army has described a Second World War bomb, found in Birmingham, as one of the largest unexploded bombs to have been found on British soil.
Bomb Update: 'controlled explosion' has taken place
West Midlands Police has confirmed that a controlled explosion has taken place to dispose of an old Second World War bomb discovered in Aston in Birmingham.
It has caused severe disruption for the last couple of days, with surrounding homes and businesses evacuated, along with closures on major routes such as the A38(M) and the M6.
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Image reveals attempts to defuse bomb
Police have revealed the latest image of the 500lb bomb which has brought Birmingham to a standstill.
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The WW2 bomb which brought Birmingham to a standstill
Police and the Army were forced to close the A38 Aston Expressway following the discovery by workmen earlier today.