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Glasgow Bus Station Reopens After Bomb Scare and Controlled Explosion

Three men were arrested, but police confirmed no threat after a suspicious item prompted evacuations and transport disruptions in the city center.

  • Buchanan Bus Station, Scotland's busiest transport hub, was evacuated Wednesday after reports of a suspicious item.
  • A Royal Navy bomb disposal team conducted a controlled explosion, later determining the item posed no risk to the public.
  • Three men were arrested in connection with possession of offensive weapons, though the incident is not being treated as terrorism.
  • The evacuation disrupted nearby Glasgow Caledonian University, transport services, and local businesses, including the Royal Concert Hall.
  • The bus station and surrounding areas were reopened late Wednesday evening, with police thanking the public for their patience.
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