A major security alert has thrown one of Scotland's busiest hospitals into chaos today as police ordered the immediate evacuation of parts of Aberdeen Royal Infirmary.
The dramatic scenes unfolded after authorities received reports of a suspicious package within the hospital premises, prompting a massive emergency response.
Emergency Services Swing Into Action
Armed police and multiple emergency service vehicles rushed to the Foresterhill site following the alarming discovery. Witnesses reported seeing officers in full protective gear and specialist bomb disposal units being deployed to assess the situation.
Hospital staff acted swiftly to implement emergency protocols, moving patients to secure areas while police established a substantial cordon around the affected sections of the medical facility.
Patient Care Maintained Amid Chaos
Despite the dramatic evacuation, NHS Grampian officials confirmed that critical patient care continued uninterrupted. A hospital spokesperson stated: "We can confirm an ongoing police incident at Aberdeen Royal Infirmary. Our priority remains patient safety and we're working closely with emergency services."
Ambulance services were temporarily diverted to other medical facilities as the investigation continued, though emergency cases were still being accepted at the hospital with enhanced security screening.
Public Urged to Avoid Area
Police Scotland issued a statement warning the public to stay away from the hospital grounds while their operation continued. Road closures were implemented around the Foresterhill health campus, causing significant disruption to visitors and staff attempting to reach the facility.
The incident comes amid heightened security awareness across UK public facilities, though authorities have not indicated any connection to wider security threats.
As investigations continue, patients and relatives have been advised to contact the hospital directly for updates on appointments and visiting arrangements.
