The 'bomb squad' were called in after reports were received of an unexploded ordnance on Irvine Beach (Image: Submitted)
A TEAM of specialists were called to Irvine Beach this week after reports were received of an unexploded ordnance at the beauty spot.
Police Scotland say they were alerted to the matter shortly before 3pm on Tuesday, September 16.
Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) - often referred to as the 'bomb squad' - were then called to the scene and a controlled explosion was carried out.
No further information has been provided by officers at this time.
A Police Scotland spokesperson said: “Around 2.45pm on Tuesday, 16 September, 2025, officers received a report of an unexploded ordnance on Irvine beach.
“Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) attended and a controlled explosion was carried out.”
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