A dramatic security alert unfolded in the heart of Westminster today as bomb disposal experts descended on the area following the discovery of a suspicious package.
Armed police and specialist units swiftly cordoned off streets near the iconic government district, causing significant disruption during rush hour. Eyewitnesses reported seeing officers in protective gear carefully examining the scene.
Major Police Response
The Metropolitan Police confirmed they were responding to reports of a potentially hazardous item, though details about the nature of the package remain undisclosed for security reasons.
'We're treating this with the utmost seriousness,' a police spokesperson stated. 'Public safety is our top priority, which is why we've deployed our most experienced bomb disposal technicians.'
Transport Disruption
The security operation caused temporary road closures around:
- Parliament Square
- Whitehall
- Nearby government buildings
Commuters faced delays as authorities diverted traffic away from the area. Pedestrians were advised to avoid the immediate vicinity while the operation continued.
Swift Resolution
After several tense hours, authorities declared the area safe. While the exact nature of the package wasn't revealed, police confirmed there was no ongoing threat to the public.
This incident comes amid heightened security awareness in the capital, though authorities stress there's no indication this was terror-related.
