Police search a Sunderland tower block after reports of a suspected hazardous substance in a flat

Officers carried out a search of a property on Amsterdam Road, in the Gilley Law area of Sunderland, on Wednesday, December 29.

It followed reports made to the police that related to a suspected hazardous substance, prompting officers to take action.

Northumbria Police have confirmed that following a thorough search of a flat, no hazardous or harmful substances were found.

As a result, police have commented that they are satisfied that no criminal activity has taken place.

A Northumbria Police spokesperson said: “After receiving information relating to a suspected hazardous substance, police carried out a search of a property on Amsterdam Road, Sunderland on December 29.

“Following a thorough search, no hazardous or harmful substances were found and officers are satisfied no criminal activity has taken place."

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