Bomb Scare Sparks Chaos at Gatwick Airport

Gatwick Airport was plunged into lockdown tonight after a vehicle drove the wrong way on the perimeter service road, triggering a full-scale emergency.

Suspect Flees Leaving Suspicious Suitcases Behind

The driver abandoned the vehicle, leaving two suitcases with orange wires hanging out before disappearing into the terminal. Sussex Police swiftly sealed off the area and called in the bomb squad to examine the dangerous-looking bags.

Suspect Arrested as Investigation Unfolds

The suspect has been arrested and an investigation is now underway. Officers are managing traffic chaos, directing cars at the drop-off point to reverse and exit via the car park.

More updates will follow as the story develops.

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