Reports of 'grenade-type device' found on cycle track in Lancaster

A 100 metre cordon has been put in place while the Explosive Ordnance Disposal Team have been called out

Author: Julie CastonPublished 18th Jul 2025
Last updated 18th Jul 2025

Police have been called out to a cycle track in Lancaster after a report that a grenade-type device has been found.

It happened just before 8am this morning (18th July) near Caton Road.

Bomb disposal experts will be heading to the area to carry out a controlled explosion.

They are urging people to stay away until the device has been made safe.

Lancashire Police said:

"A 100m cordon has been established and colleagues from the Explosive Ordnance Disposal team will be attending to carry out a controlled explosion.

"We ask you to avoid the area until the device is made safe."

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