Oxford Street Shut After Suspicious Dustbin Sparks Panic
Oxford Street was slammed shut in both directions between Oxford Circus and Tottenham Court Road today after police found a dustbin with three thick copper wires sticking out.
Police Act Fast Amid Bomb Scare
Officers quickly sealed off the busy shopping hotspot, halting all vehicle and foot traffic amid fears of a possible explosive device.
False Alarm as Dustbin Turns Out to be Old Lamp
After thorough checks, police confirmed the dustbin contained nothing more than an old lamp. With the threat cleared, the cordon was lifted and Oxford Street reopened.
