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Trains were delayed and a cordon put in place after a bomb squad was called to a train station in England. The Explosive Ordnance Disposal unit and other emergency services descended on the scene following reports of a 'suspicious' incident near to Stockport railway station. The incident took place last night on Tuesday (November 4), with a 200m cordon put in place. READ MORE: Moment fireworks lit on busy Midlands high street just inches away from shoppers Get breaking news on BirminghamLive WhatsApp, click the link to join Police, fire crews and paramedics were called to Greek Street, with emergency crews pictured at the scene, reports ManchesterEveningNews. The emergency response was focused around a footbridge. It left trains unable to serve the station - which is on the direct line to Birmingham New Street. Northern Rail issued a 'do not travel' warning on its routes last night. However the item was examined and it turned out to be an empty suitcase, meaning railway lines have since reopened. A Greater Manchester Police spokesperson said: "Along with the EOD and other emergency services, we have been dealing with an incident on Greek Street in Stockport this evening after reports of a 'suspicious' item on a bridge. "Fortunately, the 'device' has been examined and found to be an empty suitcase, and the cordons are being lifted. "Thanks for everyone's patience."
