Blast Near US Embassy in London: Area Blocked As Amid Probe Over Suspicious Package
The Metropolitan Police confirmed a loud explosion near the US Embassy in London, followed by the discovery of a suspicious package. The area has been secured, and officers are investigating the situation. Some embassy employees remain inside the building, while others were evacuated.
Blast Near US Embassy in London: A loud explosion went off near the US Embassy in London, prompting the Metropolitan Police to blockade the area. Confirming the report, officials said the blast occurred in the Nine Elms area of central London. The police are investigating a suspicious package that was found near the embassy.
In a statement on social media platform X, the Metropolitan Police confirmed the incident. "We are aware of an ongoing situation near the US Embassy in Nine Elms. As a precaution, the area has been secured, and officers are investigating a suspicious package.".
The busy area around the embassy was evacuated, with some people initially held inside the building for over 30 minutes before being allowed to exit. Several employees remain inside as the investigation continues.
The US Embassy, meanwhile issued its take on the matter via its X account, saying, "Local authorities are investigating a suspicious package outside the US Embassy in London. The Metropolitan Police are on site, and Ponton Road has been closed as a precaution."
We’re aware of speculation online about an incident in the vicinity of the US Embassy in Nine Elms.
— Metropolitan Police (@metpoliceuk) November 22, 2024
Cordons are in place in the area as a precaution while officers investigate a suspect package.
We will provide a further update in due course.
More updates are expected as officials continue to investigate the suspected bomb and how the supposed explosion was credited to it.
