London counter-terrorism unit involved after two devices found
Police say the "initial assessment" is that the items found in an unoccupied apartment in northwest London were improvised explosive devices.
The Houses of Parliament are seen through railings, in central London, Britain November 21, 2018.
British counter-terrorism police are investigating after two devices were found in an unoccupied apartment in northwest London.
Police said the devices were made safe and neighbouring apartments that had been evacuated as a precaution have been re-opened to occupants.
Officials say the surrounding area was searched and has been declared safe. The area had been cordoned off for roughly eight hours.
Police were called to the Craven Park neighbouring Wednesday morning when the two suspicious devices were found in an apartment that was being refurbished.
Officials say they are keeping an open mind about the incident and have asked the public for any information.
The country's official terrorism threat level is set at "severe."
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