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A police cordon surrounding a Shrewsbury hotel has been lifted after a bomb threat “came safely to an end”.
Following a call to police yesterday evening (8 December), a police cordon was put in place and properties were evacuated around The Lion Hotel in Wyle Cop.
Officers said they took “precautionary action and measures” to evacuate the hotel, together with businesses and private properties in the immediate vicinity.
Road closures were put in place at Wyle Cop, Dogpole and the High Street.
An update issued by West Mercia police today said the incident had been “safely concluded”.
They said: “We are pleased to advise that the incident at The Lion Pub in Wyle Cop, Shrewsbury has come safely to an end. Following a bomb threat earlier on Thursday evening, officers are now satisfied that the threat was not genuine and the area is safe. People are being allowed to return to their homes, the cordon is lifted and the roads reopened.
“We would like to thank our officers and supporting emergency services for their help this evening, together with the patience and support of the local community. Reassurance patrols will continue throughout tomorrow. If any member of the public has any concerns please speak to one of our officers.”
