News

Areas near Nottingham Railway Station blocked after suspicious package found

Buildings have been evacuated and people were urged to avoid streets near Nottingham Railway Station after a suspicious package was discovered.

Nottinghamshire Police set up a cordon around Trent Street and Station Street after the package was discovered on Friday afternoon (July 25).

The force said there was no threat to the wider public and the area was blocked off “as a precaution”.

Rail and tram disruption was also warned “for some time” while the incident was managed by emergency services.

Officers thanked the public for their patience and said more information will be provided when it is available.

A spokesperson said: “A police cordon is currently in place near Nottingham Train Station while officers and partner agencies investigate a suspicious package.

“People are advised to avoid the Station Street, Canal Street, Middle Hill, Midland Train Station and Trent Street areas while officers are at the scene.

“There is currently no threat to the public but as a precaution, surrounding buildings have been evacuated, while roads in the near vicinity have been blocked off.

“The incident is expected to cause some traffic issues, with the rail and tram network likely to be affected for some time.

“We’d like to thank the public in advance for their patience and will update as soon as there’s more information.”