A major security alert unfolded on Merseyside this afternoon after a member of the public walked into a police station with what is believed to be an unexploded bomb from the Second World War.
Police Station Receives Dangerous Discovery
The incident occurred at approximately 2.40pm on Monday, 12 January 2026. According to Merseyside Police, an individual arrived at Wallasey Police Station with the suspicious historical ordnance. The device was immediately taken into police custody, triggering a significant emergency response.
Precautionary Measures and Local Concern
As a safety precaution, authorities swiftly closed Manor Road in the vicinity of the station. A large cordon was established to protect the public while experts examine the device to determine its exact nature and whether it remains live.
The situation has caused understandable anxiety among residents living nearby. One local man, speaking to the Liverpool Echo, voiced his fears, stating: "I live right next to the police station and if anything happens my house would be the first to go up. I hope they know what they're doing."
Ongoing Investigation and Historical Context
An investigation by Merseyside Police is ongoing. Unexploded bombs from the Blitz period are occasionally discovered across the UK, particularly during construction work or in coastal areas where they may have been discarded. Their unstable nature means they must always be treated with extreme caution by specialist explosive ordnance disposal (EOD) teams.
The police have not yet confirmed the exact type or origin of the device, nor how the member of the public came into possession of it. The public is urged to avoid the area around Wallasey Police Station until further notice and to follow official police updates.
