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Unexploded Bomb Discovered Near Birmingham, Train Services Disrupted

1/6/2026

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An unexploded wartime bomb was discovered near Birmingham's Duddeston Station on January 6, 2026, prompting evacuations and a 100-meter exclusion zone.
The device, believed to be an old mortar, caused cancellations and delays to train services for several hours as bomb disposal teams assessed the threat.
West Midlands Police confirmed the bomb was made safe later on January 6, allowing train services to resume.

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An unexploded wartime bomb was discovered near Birmingham's Duddeston Station on January 6, 2026, prompting evacuations and a 100-meter exclusion zone.
The device, believed to be an old mortar, caused cancellations and delays to train services for several hours as bomb disposal teams assessed the threat.
West Midlands Police confirmed the bomb was made safe later on January 6, allowing train services to resume.