Flare drama sparks evacuation in Linlithgow
Police Scotland have confirmed that safety fears were flagged up when a member of the public was believed to have handed in a type of flare to the premises.
The building was then evacuated and guarded by police
A police spokesman confirmed that the building had been emptied
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Hide AdShe added: “Linlithgow Partnership Centre was evacuated as precautionary measure following a type of smoke flare being handed in by a member of the public around 1.35pm
“The Explosive Ordnance Disposal have safely removed the item from the premises and the public are thanked for their cooperation during this time.”