Police evacuated Churston Library in Paignton on Friday following threats that a device had been placed at the premises. The A3979 Dartmouth Road has been closed in both directions between Broadsands Road and the Paignton border, causing traffic congestion.
Evacuation and cordon
Devon and Cornwall Police were called at around 11.50am to the library. As a precaution, the premises were evacuated and a cordon remains in place while officers carry out enquiries and assess the information received.
A spokesperson for Devon and Cornwall Police said: "Police were called at around 11.50am this morning to Churston Library, Paignton, following threats that a device had been placed at the premises. As a precaution, the premises was evacuated and a cordon remains in place while officers carry out enquiries and assess the information received."
Ongoing enquiries
The spokesperson added: "Enquiries are ongoing, we are treating the matter seriously while investigations continue to ensure the safety of the public. We would like to thank the public and local community for their patience and cooperation while this incident is dealt with."
The incident is being treated as a live situation, with coverage continuing as details emerge.
