07/01/2014

Edinburgh Airports Closes After A Suspect Package Is Found

Edinburgh Airport has been evacuated after a suspect package was discovered.

A bomb disposal team is currently at the scene and a passenger is being questioned.

The incident occurred at approximately 2pm today.

Edinburgh Airport said an investigation is underway and all flights have been leaving from the airport have been cancelled.

(CD)


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