At 2.45pm today (October 2), police launched a dramatic swoop on London’s Euston Station. Reports of a suspicious item triggered an immediate, full-scale evacuation. Officers swiftly sealed off the entire area, forcing panicked passengers to scramble for safety. Fire brigade crews arrived on the scene as tension mounted.

“London Euston Station evacuated. Police moved everyone away. Fire service now here. Anyone know what’s happening?” tweeted James Alford, reporting live from the chaos.

False Alarm Ends Frightening Standoff

After a rapid investigation, police confirmed the suspicious item was completely harmless. The security cordon was lifted, and normal train services resumed by 3.30pm, easing commuter anxiety across the capital.

Police Confirm Precautionary Measures

A British Transport Police spokesperson said:

“Officers were called at around 2.45pm today (2 October) following reports of a suspicious item at Euston railway station.

A cordon was put in place and the station evacuated as a safety precaution.

The item has been assessed as non-suspicious and the incident has now been stood down.”