Second World War hand grenade found on Telford estate
The bomb squad was called as a Second World War hand grenade was found was found in Telford.
The device was found in Weybridge, Woodside, at around 9.30pm last night.
A 100m (328ft) cordon was put in place to keep residents safe.
Explosive Ordnance Disposal experts were deployed to the scene to secure and safely remove the device. The issue was resolved last night.
Telford Cops said: "A potential WWII explosive device has been located in the area of Weybridge, Woodside. A 100m cordon is currently being put in place.
"Local residents may be asked to leave their homes whilst this is dealt with. Please avoid the area in the meantime."
At around 11.40pm, police added: "Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) have attended, they have secured & removed the device safely
"This incident has now been resolved, thank you to the residents in the area for their understanding."
"Thanks to @29eod and @11_EOD_Regiment for making the device discovered in Woodside this evening safe."
Telford DCI Rik Klair said: "Around 8.40pm last night Tuesday 23 June police were informed an old WW2 grenade was found on a footpath at the back of Weybridge in Woodside.
"Explosives Ordnance Disposal attended to remove the grenade with a cordon put in place as a precaution at the request of EOD to allow them to move the device safely.
"I'd like to thank local residents for their patience and cooperation while the incident was dealt as I understand this would've caused them some disruption.
"Officers are carrying out enquiries to establish how it came to be on the footpath and would appeal for anyone with information to get in contact either with Telford CID or with Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111."
