Passport office evacuated after ‘suspicious package’ found as roads closed & cops rush to scene
A PASSPORT office was yesterday evacuated after a “suspicious package” was discovered.
Police and fire crews rushed to the scene in Peterborough amid the panic on Monday evening.
A cordon was in place around Northminster road following the incident.
People were seen gathered on nearby City Road wrapped in blankets amid the concerning scenes.
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Cops have now said they are investigating the contents of the package, reports.
A Cambridgeshire Police spokesperson said: “We were contacted at about 7.30pm today (May 30) with reports of a suspicious package at the Passport Office in Northminster, Peterborough.
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“An investigation is ongoing to establish more information about the contents of the package.
“Road closures and a cordon are in place as a precaution.”
The Sun Online has approached Cambridgeshire Police for comment.