Regent Street evacuated due to ‘bomb threat’ sparking huge police response with shoppers warned ‘stay away’

A BUSY shopping street in Central London has been evacuated over a reported “bomb threat” with shoppers urged to avoid the area.

Footage has emerged showing a large police cordon and presence of emergency services in Regent Street on Wednesday afternoon.

A police cordon in Regent Street

Multiple premises are understood to have been evacuated as police investigate the incident.

The Sun understands a controlled explosion will take place in the busy shopping hub.

Metropolitan Police has been contacted for more information.

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