A SHELL that was found in a garage has been safely removed, Hampshire police confirmed.

Police were alerted to an address in Stoney Lane, Weeke, yesterday (Tuesday, July 19), at 3pm, where a shell had been found in a garage.

The bomb squad shortly arrived to the scene, where they found an eight-inch long, brown device.

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A spokesperson from Hampshire Constabulary said: "It is not thought that the device could cause harm or be a danger to anyone, but we have taken the necessary precautions.

"The military’s Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) team attended and the item was safely removed by 6.45pm."

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