Eastney beach locked down by police after 'unexploded bomb' discovered

Eastney Coffee House on Eastney Esplanade has announced the area has been locked down as police carry out their investigation close to the coffee shop. Locals have been evacuated with a cordon set up.

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The coffee shop, in a post on social media at 6.07pm, said: “Our Eastney Coffee House is currently closed as police are in attendance at Eastney beach and investigating the discovery of an unexploded bomb near to our shop.

“The area has been cordoned off and we have evacuated everyone. We will reopen as normal tomorrow morning.”

Police have been contacted for more information.