Security alert

ARMY bomb experts examined a suspect device in the Dean's Walk area of the town on Thursday afternoon.

Roads in the Wakehurst area were cordoned-off while the device, left in an alleyway, was inspected.

Crowds of young people watched on from a nearby street corner while armed police provided protection as forensic experts examined the scene for evidence.

Residents complained about the disruption: "Have they nothing better to do," said one local.

"Why are they leaving stuff in our area, it doesn't make sense," said another woman who could not get home.

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