Road closed after grenade found at house in Bretby

A road has been closed after a grenade was found at a house in Bretby.

We were called to reports that the device had been found in a garage at a property in Bretby Lane at around 10.10am today (23 October).

Part of Bretby Lane has been closed from the roundabout to Oldicote Lane, and officers are awaiting the Explosive Ordnance Disposal teams’ attendance.

Drivers will be directed to alternative routes and the public are asked to stay away from the area until the incident is resolved.