Sussex Police reported that suspected unexploded Second World War munitions were handed in to the police station in Chatsworth Road, Worthing, at around 2pm today, April 11.
A police cordon was set up and buildings were evacuated as a precaution.
Pictures show officers stood outside the building with emergency service vehicles at the scene.
Sussex Police has now reported the response has been stood down and the items removed.
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A spokesman for Sussex Police said: “We can confirm that a cordon in Chatsworth Road has now been stood down.
“It follows suspected Second World War munitions being brought to the police station at about 2pm.
“The explosive ordnance disposal team attended, and the items have been safely removed.
“The cordon and road closure has now been stood down, officers have thanked the public for their patience while this incident was dealt with.”
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