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Asda Offices in Leeds Evacuated Due to 'Suspicious Package'
Police evacuated Asda House as a precaution after a suspicious package report, and an Army bomb disposal team responded.
- On Monday, Asda House in Leeds was evacuated following reports of a "suspicious package" sent to the Great Wilson Street headquarters.
- West Yorkshire Police received reports of the item at 11:16 AM, prompting immediate evacuation and establishment of a cordon around the building.
- Army EOD team conducted a controlled explosion on the package; authorities cordoned off Victoria Road, Meadow Lane, Neville Street, and Bridge End.
- Police confirmed "nobody has been harmed as a result of this morning's incident and there is no wider threat to the public." Road closures caused disruption during evening rush hour.
- Workers were sent home and prevented from retrieving cars from the car park while officers continue investigating the incident.
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