Police update as suspicious item found on Netley beach sees residents evacuated

An incident at a beach in Hampshire saw police called to the scene with residents evicted from their homes nearby.

Police attended the beach in Netley along Victoria Road on Tuesday, June 9 after a suspicious item was found. Residents affected by the issue were advised to head to Abbey Hall for updates on the situation however police have now confirmed that they are able to return to their homes.

A Hampshire & Isle of Wight Constabulary spokesperson said: “Police were called at 12.47pm this afternoon (Tuesday, June 9) after a suspected piece of ordnance was found in the cliff face on York Road, Netley Abbey.

“A cordon was in place and the Explosive Ordnance Disposal team attended. It has since been confirmed that it was not as first suspected and all residents have now been allowed to return to their homes.

“We thank the local community for their patience and understanding whilst we were responding to this incident. ”