Security Scare at Gatwick: Terminal Evacuated

Gatwick Airport's South Terminal in London was evacuated after a security incident. Passengers were prevented from entering the building as investigations were carried out. Local police have not yet commented on the situation.

Gatwick Airport, the second largest in the UK, faced a security scare forcing a partial evacuation of its South Terminal. Airport officials cited precautionary measures on social media platform X on Friday.

The incident led to the suspension of passenger entries as the situation was being investigated. Gatwick Airport is approximately 30 miles south of London.

Meanwhile, local police remained tight-lipped, without offering immediate comments on the unfolding incident.

(With inputs from agencies.)