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‘Suspicious’ package which closed Aberdeen road removed by bomb disposal squad

The package was found at Lemon Place on Wednesday afternoon.

Emergency services at scene where potentially suspicious package was found
Emergency services at the scene where a potentially suspicious package was found. Image: Kenny Elrick/DC Thomson.

A suspicious package found in Aberdeen has been safely removed by the bomb squad.

Police confirmed the discovery was made at Lemon Place in the city at around 1.40pm.

Several roads in the area were cordoned off by officers, including a section of Park Street and Park Road.

Firefighters at Park Street in Aberdeen
<span style="vertical-align: inherit"><span style="vertical-align: inherit">Firefighters were present at the scene. Image: Kenny Elrick/DC Thomson.</span></span>

There are several blocks of flats along the lane which can be accessed from Park Street and Lemon Street.

Police tape was put up across the roads and pavements between Summerfield Terrace and Roslin Place with officers on patrol at each end.

Residents of Lemon Place were evacuated and provided with temporary shelter at Aberdeen Sports Village.

Residents have now been advised that they can return to their homes.

Emergency services called after package found at Lemon Place in Aberdeen

Aberdeen City Council released a statement on social media confirming the package has been removed.

The statement reads: “A bomb disposal squad has safely removed a suspicious looking item which was tied to a street sign on Lemon Place.

“Fortunately, the item proved to be harmless and residents who were evacuated and provided temporary shelter at Aberdeen Sports Village have been advised they can return to their homes.”

A spokesperson from the police said: “The cordon has now been lifted around Lemon Place, Aberdeen and residents are returning to their homes following the earlier discovery of a suspicious package.

“EOD (Explosive Ordnance Disposal) attended and the item was dismantled.

Cordon tape across Aberdeen streets
<span style="vertical-align: inherit"><span style="vertical-align: inherit">Several roads had been cordoned off by police. Image: Kenny Elrick/DC Thomson.</span></span>

“This is believed to have been a false call with good intent.

“We’d like to thank the public for their patience while investigations were carried out and reassure them there is no wider risk.”

Fire engines and police cars
<span style="vertical-align: inherit"><span style="vertical-align: inherit">Police and the fire service were called to the scene. Image: Kenny Elrick/DC Thomson.</span></span>

The fire service confirmed they were contacted to assist police at 2.55pm.

Three appliances were dispatched and crews were on standby waiting for instruction.

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