Cordon remains in place overnight in St Helens

We can confirm a cordon is due to remain in place in St Helens overnight following the discovery of an unexploded ordnance inside a house today (Tuesday 24 June).

Officers attended the property on Chadwick Road yesterday (Monday 23 June) following the non-suspicious death of a man in his 60s. This afternoon, officers discovered the ordnance and following an extensive search, several more were found.

As a precaution, the road was closed and residents have been evacuated. The local authority has provided assistance and support with regards accommodation and other matters from Chain Lane Community Centre.

The Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) have attended this evening to assess the discoveries and are in the process of carrying out a safe detonation in an open space in the area.

The house will remain a scene and a cordon will be in place overnight while a search of the address continues.

Motorists and pedestrians are advised to avoid the road while emergency services deal with the incident, and we thank the public for their patience and understanding.

More updates will be provided when appropriate.