'Avoid the area' message as bomb squad descend on Larkhall over possible ordnance near supermarket
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Published 9th Nov 2026, 10:53 GMT
Police have closed Broomhill Road and Broomhill Drive in Larkhall after possible ordnance was discovered near a premises, with staff evacuated as a precaution.
Police have closed a busy road in Larkhall near a major supermarket after possble “ordnance” was discover near to a premises. Staff have been evacuated and police have urged people to avoid the area.
A Police Scotland spokesperson said: “Around 9.05am on Monday, 9 November, 2026 we received a report of possible ordnance found near to a premises in Broomhill Road, Larkhall.
“Broomhill Road and Broomhill Drive are closed and a cordon is in place.
“Staff have been evacuated from the premises as a precaution and people are advised to avoid the area.
“Explosive Ordnance Disposal will attend to assess the item.”