Bomb Disposal Team Called to Linwood Industrial Estate Following Discovery of Ordnance Device

Emergency Response at Burnbrae Drive, Linwood

This morning, a bomb disposal team was called to Linwood Industrial Estate after an ordnance device was discovered. Police quickly closed off Burnbrae Drive in Linwood just after 9am, initiating an emergency response to ensure public safety.

An ambulance SORT (Special Operations Response Team) arrived at the scene shortly before 10 am, prepared to assist in any necessary medical response related to the discovery of the device. The coordinated efforts between the police, ambulance services, and the bomb disposal team highlighted the seriousness of the situation.

Police Statement

A Police Scotland spokesperson provided an official statement regarding the incident:

“At around 9:05 am on Tuesday, September 24, 2024, police were called after a device, which was thought to be an ordnance device, was found on Burnbrae Road, Linwood.”

The Current Situation

As of now, the area is now clear and there is no threat, the area fully reopened before lunchtime.