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 2:40 pm on Monday, 12th January 2026. According to Merseyside Police, an individual arrived at Wallasey Police Station on Manor Road with the suspicious historical ordnance. The device was immediately taken into secure custody, triggering a significant emergency response.
Road Closure and Local Concerns
As a precautionary measure, police swiftly closed Manor Road and established a large cordon around the station area. The move was to allow explosive ordnance disposal (EOD) experts to safely examine the device. The disruption and potential danger caused alarm among local residents.
One man, who lives adjacent to the police station, voiced his fears to the Liverpool Echo, 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." His comment reflects the anxiety felt by those within the immediate vicinity of the ongoing operation.
Ongoing Investigation and Historical Context
An investigation by Merseyside Police is ongoing to determine the bomb's origin and how it came to be in the possession of a member of the public. Unexploded bombs from the Blitz are not uncommon finds across the UK, often uncovered during construction work or discovered in gardens. Their unstable nature, even after eight decades, makes them extremely hazardous.
The standard protocol in such situations involves the deployment of specialist army EOD teams to assess and, if necessary, conduct a controlled detonation of the device in a safe location. Authorities have urged the public to avoid the cordoned area until they give the all-clear.
