WW2 mortar bomb found in house in Hull is 'no risk to the public'

A cordon went up around a house in Hull after a suspected unexploded WW2 mortar bomb was found.

Army explosives experts were called to the property in Albert Avenue on Wednesday.

The road was closed between Lowther Street and Anlaby Road as a precaution following the discovery.

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Humberside Police later said the cordon had been lifted after the Explosive Ordnance Disposal team confirmed there was no risk to the public.

A cordon has gone up in Albert Avenue in HullA cordon has gone up in Albert Avenue in Hull
A cordon has gone up in Albert Avenue in Hull

A spokesman added: "We would like to thank all those in the area for their patience and co-operation whilst we brought the incident to a safe conclusion.

"Officers will remain in the area to provide reassurance, so please speak to them if you have any concerns."