Suspicious devices prove to be "innocent" suitcases
Two suspicious devices that led to two areas in Exeter being sealed off and a school evacuated have proved to be "innocent suitcases" containing computer materials.
Police investigate two suspicious devices in Exeter
Police are investigating the discovery of two suspicious packages in Exeter.
The first was found in York Road, near Sidwell Street. A number of road closures remain in place.
St Sidwell’s School has also been evacuated. Road closures at York Road on both the Sidwell Street and Longbrook Street entrances are in place.
At around 9.15am today, Monday, 29 June a second suspect package has been found at the King William Street Car Park in Exeter City Centre.
This has resulted in further road closures in the area and evacuation of a small number of local properties.
Exact road closures are currently being confirmed, but congestion in the area is extensive and motorists are asked to avoid the area if at all possible.
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