US Embassy in London's Nine Elms on Lockdown After Police Explode Suspicious Package

Nov 22, 2024, 11:07 AM

London police carried out a controlled explosion outside the U.S. Embassy in Nine Elms, London, on Friday after a suspicious package was discovered. Met Police closed Ponton Road and cordoned off the area as a precaution while investigating the package. Armed officers and specialist teams were present at the scene. The embassy was placed on lockdown during the incident. The Metropolitan Police confirmed that the loud bang heard near the embassy was the controlled explosion conducted by officers. Enquiries are ongoing.