A NAVY bomb disposal team was called to the shores of Southend-on-Sea following the discovery of a First World War mine.
A NAVY bomb disposal team was called to the coast of Southend-on-Sea following the discovery of a First World War mine.
The Navy Explosive Ordnance Disposal Unit from Portsmouth carried out a controlled detonation of the mine at 12.30pm yesterday.
The unit was assisted by Southend Coastguard and Essex Marine Police.
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