London explosive packages: Terror police keep 'open mind'
The device sent to Heathrow Airport caught fire when staff opened it
Counter-terrorism officers are"keeping an open mind" in the hunt for those responsible for sending explosives to three transport hubs in London. Devices were found in A4 postal bags at London City Airport, Heathrow Airport and Waterloo Station on Tuesday. Irish police are assisting with the investigation as Republic of Ireland stamps were on at least two packages.Both airports and Waterloo station are running as normal, with London City Airport saying there would be a"visible police presence" in the area.Speaking at a London Assembly police and crime committee meeting, he said advice had been issued to London's transport hubs to be"more vigilant than they normally are" for suspicious packages.
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