False Alarm Triggers Major Terror Response on M6

A police response to a suspected security threat on the M6 toll road was triggered by reports of smoke from a passenger's bag. Emergency services, including bomb disposal teams, were deployed, and passengers were detained and questioned. The incident was later found to be a false alarm caused by a health aid for smokers. The event tested the effectiveness of emergency response strategies, highlighting the importance of thorough investigation before escalating security measures.

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