Bomb Scare in Crawley! Mystery Device Sparks Police Blitz
Police scrambled at 4.20pm on Sunday, March 28 after a Crawley resident spotted a suspicious device while gardening on Charlwood Road. A safety cordon went up immediately as Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) teams rushed to the scene.
False Alarm Takes Edge Off Tense Situation
After thorough checks, experts confirmed the item was not an explosive. Relief for locals as roads reopened at 7.45pm, ending the lockdown.
Airport Buzzes On Despite Drama
Despite the scare, the nearby airport stayed open and carried on with business as usual throughout the incident.
