Bomb squad called to Blyth after metal detectorist finds WWII grenades
Bomb disposal teams were called to Blyth after metal detectorists found World War Two grenades in a field.
On Sunday morning (September 20), emergency services were reported after two objects – believed to be grenades – were found by someone using a metal detector.
The objects were located in a field in the South Newsham area of Blyth and turned out to be hand grenades from World War Two.
The Explosive Ordnance Team safely disposed of the items through a controlled detonation.
A Northumbria Police spokesperson said: "Shortly after 10am yesterday (Sunday), we received a report from a member of the public who was using a metal detector in a field in the South Newsham area of Blyth.
"It was reported that two metal objects had been located – both believed to be grenades.
"Officers attended the scene alongside the Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) team.
"The items were identified as World War Two hand grenades.
"The devices were safely disposed of by the EOD team through a controlled detonation.
"There was no risk to the wider public."