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Suspect bomb closed M25

The Dartford Tunnel and the QE2 Bridge have both reopened after a security alert last night that caused severe delays.

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Suspicious item 'does not pose a threat'

Kent Police has tonight said "the item ofinterest does not pose a threat. Enquiries have concluded on the scene and TheHighways Agency and Kent Police are in the process of reopening the DartfordRiver Crossing."

The A20 in Dover has been fully reopened after a search of a coach. No items have been found and enquiries continue. The coach has been removed from the scene and no further arrests have been made."

– Kent Police

A man arrested from the Dartford River Crossing today remains in police custody.

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