A controlled explosion outside the US Embassy in London’s Nine Elms area spread terror and panic throughout the area.
In this incident that took place on Friday, a suspicious packet was found lying at the place where the explosion took place. The suspicious packet was examined by the police as well as local authorities. An investigation has also been conducted into who caused the blast and why. Police have cordoned off the entire area and started an investigation to find out who caused the blast. The Pontoon Road area has been closed to traffic as a precaution. Police chiefs confirmed the blast and said there was a heavy clash after the blast. It is being described as a controlled explosion. The explosion shook the surrounding area. After the incident, the terminal of Gatwick, Britain’s second largest airport, was evacuated and panic spread.