UPDATE: Cordons stood down after Chartwell incident

Police can confirm the Chartwell Shopping Centre in Hamilton has reopened and cordons are no longer in place following an incident this morning where explosive devices were located.

No further items of concern have been located following a comprehensive search of the area by Police.

A detailed update will be provided to media at the press conference at 2.15pm at the Hamilton Central Police Station.

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