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The bomb disposal unit was called to a Sussex beach. Littlehampton Coastguard, Sussex Police and the Royal Navy attended the section of beach in Felpham yesterday following a 999 call regarding a suspected ordnance. The area was cordoned off after the object was confirmed to be a potential piece of Second World War munitions.
Royal Navy Explosive Ordnance Disposal attended and removed the item for safe disposal elsewhere. The anti-aircraft round found on Felpham beach (Image: Littlehampton Coastguard) Littlehampton Coastguard said it turned out the item was an anti-aircraft round. Read more: Man breached sexual harm prevention order to meet up with 13-year-old boy for sex The coastguard offered some safety advise for if people come across a suspected ordnance.
“Ordnance can come in many shapes and sizes and may not always look like a bullet or explosive shell,” a spokesman said. “If you are unsure of an object found on the coast do not touch or attempt to move it. “Take yourself away from the object and call 999 for the coastguard.
“Coastguards are trained in responding to ordnance. Working with police, Royal Navy, and the Army we’ll ensure the area is made safe.”.
