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Unexploded Second World War Bomb Discovered In Shorwell

Bomb picture thanks to Isle of Wight Police

An unexploded World War Two bomb has been unearthed in Shorwell.

According to police on the Isle of Wight, a Military Bomb Disposal Unit is on its way to the site.

The bomb will then be assessed and dealt with accordingly.

Police on the Isle of Wight posted on Facebook:

'One incident worthy of mentioning is the discovery of an unexploded World War II bomb which has been unearthed in Shorwell. Colleagues from Response and Patrol are currently awaiting the arrival of a Military Bomb Disposal Unit so that the device can be further assessed and dealt with accordingly.

'Well, it's certainly turning out to be a shift that is keeping us all busy on the Island today. A wide variety of incidents have been dealt with so far and we've only just made it past lunchtime!'


 

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