Update: The ordnance was detonated off Brixham: https://wearesouthdevon.com/ordnance-detonated-off-brixham-after-being-pulled-up-by-trawler/
Brixham harbour is currently cordoned off this afternoon, Sunday 20th January, after a trawler pulled up a suspected torpedo.
Police have advised to clear the area and not attend the location.
Brixham police posted on social media: “Royal Navy EOD, Torbay Coastguard, a Trawler Skipper and Crew, along with our team are currently working on an incident whereupon the Trawler, at sea has pulled up what is believed to be a Torpedo in its nets. Breakwater slipway is closed / cordoned.
“PLEASE CLEAR THE BREAKWATER AREA AND DO NOT ATTEND THE LOCATION – THE OPERATION WILL BE HINDERED – ITS SAFE RESOLUTION IS PARAMOUNT. Many thanks indeed for your co-operation …. #ThatsSomeCatch [sic]”
The harbour was also closed off yesterday after a suspected ordnance was found but later confirmed to be an old air cylinder. More here.
Updates as information becomes available.
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