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Army bomb disposal models at Tory MP workplace after suspect gadget discovered

Army bomb disposal experts and police are investigating a suspect device at a Tory MP’s office in Horsham.

Sussex Police, fire and rescue are at the scene outside Jeremy Quin’s office, with photos showing a bomb disposal vehicle and a fire engine on the road.

It is believed a package was delivered to the Conservative Association in Gough House, Horsham yesterday.

Police reportedly arrived first at the scene this afternoon before the bomb squad and fire service arrived at around 5pm. 

West Sussex Fire and Rescue service confirmed they are attending the incident on Madeira Avenue, while homes on the road have been evacuated.

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Police at the scene in Horsham to investigate a suspect device

Police at the scene in Horsham to investigate a suspect device

Sussex Police, fire and rescue are at the scene outside Jeremy Quin's office

Sussex Police, fire and rescue are at the scene outside Jeremy Quin’s office

Police reportedly arrived first at the scene before other emergency services arrived

Police reportedly arrived first at the scene before other emergency services arrived 

Sussex Police, fire and rescue at the scene outside Jeremy Quinn's office in Horsham

Sussex Police, fire and rescue at the scene outside Jeremy Quinn’s office in Horsham

A spokesman for Sussex Police said: ‘Police received a report of a suspicious package at a premises in Madeira Avenue, Horsham, at about 2.40pm this afternoon.

‘Police and the Explosive Ordnance Disposal team are currently at the scene.

‘If anyone in the area has concerns, they can speak to an officer at the scene, or call 101.

‘Further updates will be provided in due course.’