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Unexploded WWII bomb discovered
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Kent Police say the bomb does not pose any threat
A suspected unexploded World War II bomb has been discovered on a beach in Kent, police have said.

The bomb, said to be 8in (20.3cm) in diameter, was found on Broadstairs beach, near the town's pier.

Police have cordoned off the area while bomb disposal experts from the Royal Marines investigate.

It is not yet known if they will carry out a controlled explosion or try to defuse it. The officer in charge said no one was in any danger.



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