Army bomb disposal units and CSI descend on 'peaceful' Fallowfield street as residents evacuate homes

Residents of a quiet street in Fallowfield, Manchester, were evacuated after a suspicious item was discovered in a garden. Army bomb disposal units and police cordoned off the area to investigate the threat.
Why it matters
Public safety incidents in residential areas cause significant community disruption and highlight the role of emergency response services.
News Josh Pennington Content editor 00:20, 07 Jun 2026 Updated 01:16, 07 Jun 2026 View 4 Images Army bomb disposal experts in Abram Close, Fallowfield (Image: ASM)
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