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Gatwick terminal evacuated over man's 'suspicious actions'

The North Terminal at Gatwick Airport has been evacuated today after reports of a man acting suspiciously. As a precaution, bomb disposal experts have been called in to investigate the situation.

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Frenchman charged over security alert at Gatwick

North Terminal was closed Credit: PA

A Frenchman has been charged with possession of an air rifle and a knife following a major security alert at Gatwick airport yesterday.

Massive disruption was caused at the North Terminal following the incident at 9.30 am when Sussex Police were alerted to the 'suspicious actions' of a 41-year-old man.

Jerome Chauris, from Vendome, is due to appear in court on Monday.

Passengers were delayed for several hours Credit: PA

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