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Monday 23 September 2019 10:37 am

Manchester airport train station evacuated after ‘suspicious package’ found

By: Alexandra Rogers

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Manchester airport train station has been evacuated after police officers have carried out a controlled explosion after a suspicious package was found.

A man was detained by police at the scene.

Trams, train and buses have been suspended to and from the airport, Greater Manchester Police said.

It said a cordon would remain in place while it continues to investigate the incident.

Bomb disposal officers are at #ManchesterAirport transport interchange to assist GMP with enquiries.

As part of their assessment to ensure the package is safe, a controlled explosion took place.

The cordon will remain in place as a precautionary measure as enquiries continue.

— Greater Manchester Police (@gmpolice) September 23, 2019

TRAVEL UPDATE: Due to the emergency services dealing with an incident near the railway at Manchester Airport all lines are closed. pic.twitter.com/tUqelosGcL

— Northern 🚆 (@northernassist) September 23, 2019
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London Stansted Airport is part of the wider Manchester Airports Group (MAG).

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