Security alert leads to evacuation of East Midlands Airport

East Midlands Airport was evacuated last night, after a suspicious item was found.

The passenger terminal was evacuated and passengers moved away from the terminal while an item was checked.

According to airport officials, the measure was a precaution, as an item being carried through security by a passenger was checked.

The evacuation took place just after 18.00 and the airport reopened around 20.00.

An East Midlands Airport spokesperson said: "Earlier this evening (Mon) the passenger terminal was evacuated as a precaution while further checks were carried out on an item being carried through security by a passenger.

"All relevant authorities have now given clearance for the terminal to re-open and operations will resume as soon as possible. Safety and security are our number one priority and we thank passengers for their understanding and cooperation."

Image: Robin Stott / East Midlands Airport: Arrivals