Police are carrying out a controlled explosion at Luton Airport after security alert sparked an evacuation, disrupting flights for thousands of passengers. Pictures on Twitter show hundreds of travellers crowded outside the terminal, and a bomb disposal van at the scene.
All incoming flights have been suspended and the approach road to the Bedfordshire airport has been closed. Sources say the alert is thought to have been sparked by a checked-in suitcase that was picked up by a security scanner.
And Bedfordshire Police told Sky News they were conducting a controlled explosion inside the airport. A spokeswoman for the airport said: "London Luton Airport has evacuated the terminal building after a suspicious item was found in the security search area.
"The decision has been taken with the police to ensure the safety and security of passengers and staff. "Further updates regarding the security and operations at the airport will be provided as soon as possible. "Passengers are advised to contact their airlines to establish the status of their flights. We understand passengers will be frustrated by the delays they are experiencing. "We are working closely with the police to ensure passengers are not inconvenienced unnecessarily but we must ensure that the safety and security of all our passengers and staff remains our top priority." Source: www.uk.news.yahoo.com
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