A suspicious package prompted a large police response, but bomb disposal found no threat at Hull’s shopping centre.
A suspicious package caused a stir in Hull. Police responded to St Stephen’s Shopping Centre around 6:30 PM Tuesday. They set up a 200-meter safety zone. Several roads closed, including parts of Ferensway. Anlaby Road and Spencer Street also shut down.
Bomb disposal experts checked the package. The incident impacted buses and trains. It also forced Hull Truck Theatre to cancel a show. The area had been evacuated.
After four hours, the police gave the all-clear. Roads reopened around 11 PM Tuesday. They found no safety concerns.
Police understand the worry in the community and thanked people for being patient. While no threat exists, the shopping center had a cordon. Cordon aided evidence gathering.
The discovered item did cause concern, and specialists had to inspect it carefully. This was to avoid risks to the public. Police thanked everyone for their understanding, noting they must take such reports seriously and act.
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