Watch: What we know about the counter-terrorism operation near RAF base
Gloucestershire Police are conducting a counter-terrorism operation near the RAF Fairford base following reports of three suspicious vehicles. Local residents have been evacuated as a precautionary measure while investigations proceed.
Why it matters
The proximity of the operation to a strategic military base used for international operations makes it a significant security event.
Gloucestershre Police say they received a call at about 00:45 BST relating to "three suspicious vehicles" travelling towards the base.
Residents in Whelford, a nearby village, have been evacuated and taken to a leisure centre while investigations continue.
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