Shopping center evacuated after a suspicious package found. Police and bomb squad on scene. Shoppers report people crying.
Apparently, over 150 people had to leave, including shoppers and staff. Witnesses said some people were even crying. It happened earlier today, Wednesday, February 5th.
They found a suspicious package there, prompting the involvement of a bomb squad. Police set up a cordon, about 100 meters wide, and closed off the Town Road area.
A witness described the package as a big, brown box near the entrance. Police received a call around 3:30 PM.
Police stated they are at the shopping center due to the suspicious package report. They evacuated as a precaution and are working with explosives experts. Someone said the center is on lockdown.
Rumors spread that something happened in a shop, upsetting people. The center apologized for any problems.
The center stated that police are investigating the incident and will provide updates soon. They hope to reopen quickly. Staff and shoppers had to leave.
A shopper stated the whole center is locked down and police ordered everyone to move away. They added that even the markets closed and police and ambulances are at the scene.
Another witness described the package as being outside the side doors on Town Road. They had to wait for the cordon to lift before getting their car out. Another woman confirmed the evacuation, stating about 150 people were removed and that something is happening on Town Road.
