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Holly Lennon

Bomb disposal experts called in after 'suspicious package' found in Cambuslang

A major emergency response was triggered in Cambuslang after a suspicious package was discovered on Tuesday night.

Police were forced to cordon off the area surrounding Mansion Court in the town around 9.20pm after the item was found.

Bomb disposal experts were called in to deal with the package while firefighters were also on hand to help manage the ongoing situation.

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The item was eventually made safe and removed for examination. A man has been arrested in connection with the incident.

A Police Scotland spokesperson said: “Around 9.20pm on Tuesday, 15 November, officers were called to Mansion Court, Cambuslang where a suspicious package was discovered.

“EOD attended and made the item safe before removing it for examination.

“A 42-year-old man has been arrested in connection with the incident. Enquiries are continuing to establish the full circumstances.”

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