Roads closed as police carry out 'number of controlled explosions as precaution' in central London
Westminster Police said road closures were put in place around Regent Street and New Burlington Street.
Wednesday 8 January 2025 15:15, UK
Police said they carried out a "number of controlled explosions" while investigating a vehicle in central London.
Westminster Police said road closures were put in place around Regent Street and New Burlington Street.
The force carried out the explosions as a "precautionary measure".
The incident was later stood down.
Police said the vehicle they had been investigating was found to not be suspicious.
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Footage on social media showed a police cordon in place on Regent Street.
A large police presence could be seen.