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News18
5 hours ago
- News18
IED recovered in Tarn Taran, terror plot of BKI operative foiled: Punjab Police
Chandigarh, Aug 7 (PTI) The Punjab Police on Thursday said it has foiled a major terror plot of Pakistan-based terrorist outfit Babbar Khalsa International terrorists Harwinder Rinda and Lakhbir Landa after recovering an improvised explosive device in Tarn Taran district. Director General of Police Gaurav Yadav said Punjab Police's Anti-Gangster Task Force (AGTF) had received credible human intelligence about the consignment containing Improvised Explosive Device (IED) pushed from Pakistan. Acting swiftly, the AGTF, in close coordination with Tarn Taran Police, launched a combing operation in the district and recovered an IED from the area of Naushera Pannuan in Tarn Taran, before it could reach Rinda and Landa's local associates for potential use in subversive activities, he said. The DGP further stated that the IED was immediately secured and safely transported to a designated location, where it was successfully neutralised in a controlled detonation by the Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) team. The prompt and coordinated action of Punjab Police personnel averted a major tragedy and ensured public safety, he added. Sharing more details, Additional Director General of Police of the AGTF Promod Ban said that the preliminary investigations revealed that the recovered IED was pushed into Punjab by the Pakistani agencies backed terrorist modules with intentions to disrupt public peace and target innocent lives in the border state. Deputy Inspector General of Police (DIG) AGTF Gurmeet Singh Chauhan said that a case has been registered under the Explosive Substances Act and the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita at Police Station Sirhali in Tarn Taran. Further investigation is ongoing to uncover and apprehend the associates of Rinda and Landa, he said. PTI CHS NB view comments First Published: Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
Daily Mirror
27-07-2025
- Politics
- Daily Mirror
Bomb squad swarm area near White House after 'suspicious package' found
U.S. Secret Service Uniformed Division officers apprehend an individual who climbed a fence on the southeast side of the U.S. Treasury Building this afternoon, the Secret Service has confirmed A number of bomb squad vehicles rushed to an area near the White House today following reports of a 'suspicious package' nearby. Photographs from the scene shared to social media show the area cordoned off by officers and and restricted pedestrian and vehicle traffic as officials from the Metropolitan Police Department's Explosive Ordinance Disposal (EOD) unit on Sunday evening. The Secret Service confirmed that the package was located just outside a security perimeter near the executive mansion. After officials investigated the incident, the area was cleared and roads were reopened. Washington DC police have yet to comment on the incident so it remains unclear what the package was and if it was dangerous. A U.S. Secret Service spokesperson said: "At approximately 2:30 p.m. on Sunday, July 27, 2025, U.S. Secret Service Uniformed Division officers immediately apprehend an individual who climbed a fence on the southeast side of the U.S. Treasury Building. "During the incident, the individual also dropped a bag on the sidewalk adjacent to the fence line. Out of an abundance of caution, the item was treated as suspicious. The Metropolitan Police Department's Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) Team responded and subsequently cleared the item, declaring the scene and complex safe. "The individual was transported to a local hospital for a medical evaluation. All area closures have since been lifted. No Secret Service protectees were present at the White House complex at the time of the incident. "The subject will be facing criminal charges to include unlawful entry and fugitive from justice due to an outstanding warrant from another jurisdiction." The Mirror has contacted Washington DC police for further information. Please check back regularly for updates on this developing story HERE. Get email updates on the day's biggest stories straight to your inbox by signing up for our newsletters. Get all the big headlines, pictures, analysis, opinion and video on the stories that matter to you by following The Mirror every time you see our name.
Yahoo
24-07-2025
- Yahoo
Police statement released after residents evacuated for 'unexploded munitions'
Police have confirmed the reason a Newhaven road has been closed and residents evacuated. This afternoon (July 24), a police cordon was put in place on Newfield Road in Newhaven. Residents living in homes on the street were also evacuated. Police have since confirmed that the evacuation is a precautionary measure, due to reports of a 'unexploded munitions' in a property. Police at the scene this afternoon (Image: Sussex News and Pictures) A spokesperson for Sussex Police said: 'Police are currently responding to Newfield Road, Newhaven, following reports of unexploded munitions discovered inside a property. 'As a precaution, officers have established a 50-metre cordon around the area. The Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) team has been called in to assess the items. 'Officers are continuing to engage with local residents and are advising those in surrounding properties to leave their homes while emergency services work to safely resolve the matter.' Residents evacuated from their homes (Image: Sussex News and Pictures) Residents have been seen surrounding the cordon, some sat on chairs watching the officer's work. A resident from Newfield Road told The Argus that she had been evacuated from her home and had no idea when she would be able to return. Another said that police are not letting residents "anywhere near the road", with houses on both Newfield Road and Rose Walk having been evacuated. The road remains closed as police work to resolve the incident.
Western Telegraph
23-07-2025
- Western Telegraph
Bomb squad at Pembrokeshire's 'Harry Potter' Freshwater West beach
The alarm was raised at Freshwater West - the beach which featured in Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows - last Saturday afternoon, July 19. The expert team was alerted by Dyfed-Powys Police, who closed the seafront road to traffic. A Dyfed-Powys Police spokesperson said: "Police were called to Freshwater West beach shortly before 4.55pm on Saturday, July 19, following the discovery of a suspected unexploded ordnance shell. "The area surrounding the suspected shell was secured and the B4319 at Freshwater West was closed until the Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) team made the shell safe."
Scottish Sun
22-07-2025
- Scottish Sun
Dozens evacuated after bomb squad called to residential home in Bristol as man arrested in huge police operation
The Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) unit are still conducting investigations at the house BOMB OP Dozens evacuated after bomb squad called to residential home in Bristol as man arrested in huge police operation TERRIFIED locals were evacuated from their homes by bomb squads as cops arrest a "suspicious" man. Police were called to a property on South Liberty Lane, in Bristol, at 5.55pm and declared a major incident. Advertisement 4 A major incident was declared in Bristol this evening Credit: UKNIP 4 A precautionary 100m cordon has been put in place to ensure "public safety" Credit: UKNIP It is understood the alarm was raised due to a man having "potentially explosive items". Cops arrested him at around 7.10pm but the Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) unit are still conducting investigations at the house. A precautionary 100m cordon has been put in place to ensure "public safety". This is said to be affecting 63 properties in the local area, with Ashton Vale Community Centre open to help those evacuated. Advertisement Avon and Somerset Police said in a statement this evening: "An arrest has been made following reports of a man acting suspiciously at an address in south Bristol. "Concerns were raised with police at about 5.55pm that an individual at a property in South Liberty Lane may have access to potentially explosive items. "The road was closed to allow police, fire and ambulance crews to attend, and remains shut at this time. "The man was safely detained by officers and arrested at 7.10pm. Advertisement "The Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) unit arrived at the scene at about 7.50pm to check the property is safe. "That work at the scene is ongoing and specialist officers are supporting EOD. "A major incident has been declared due to the number of emergency services at the scene. There are no casualties. "Public safety is our main priority and therefore a precautionary 100m cordon has been put in place. Advertisement "There are 63 properties in South Liberty Lane, Risdale Road and Swiss Lane within that area. "Ashton Vale Community Centre, in Risdale Road, is open to support those residents, if required. "We are grateful for the public's patience and understanding while we respond to this incident and would please ask the public to avoid the area at this time." 4 This is said to be affecting 63 properties in the local area Credit: UKNIP Advertisement 4 Cops have arrested a man Credit: Google Streetview More to follow... For the latest news on this story keep checking back at The Sun Online is your go-to destination for the best celebrity news, real-life stories, jaw-dropping pictures and must-see video. Like us on Facebook at and follow us from our main Twitter account at @TheSun.
