Stockport, Greater Manchester, July 26, A residential street near Gorton Road in North Reddish was sealed off this afternoon after emergency responders received a report of a potential grenade found on a patch of land adjacent to the Reddish Business Centre.

Greater Manchester Police were alerted at approximately 12:30 pm. Officers immediately established a cordon and evacuated homes in the vicinity as a safety measure.

The Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) team was dispatched and arrived on site to assess and secure the device.

Authorities have since confirmed that, based on current evidence, the incident is not believed to be linked to any terror or criminal activity.

The device is being treated with extreme caution, and the situation remains under close investigation.

Traffic in the surrounding area has been disrupted, with several roads blocked off to ensure the safety of both residents and emergency personnel.

No injuries have been reported, and authorities say there is no immediate threat to public safety.

A police spokesperson emphasised that early signs suggest the discovery is an isolated incident.

Residents currently unable to access their homes will be allowed to return once the EOD team has declared the area safe and lifted the cordon.

Emergency services remain at the scene as investigations continue. Greater Manchester Police are appealing to anyone with information related to the object or its origins to come forward.

This incident adds to recent concerns over public safety in parts of Stockport. However, local officers stress that today’s event appears unrelated to any prior reports of anti‑social behaviour or broader community tensions.

A GMP spokesperson said: "At around 12.30pm today, officers received a call regarding a suspected grenade being discovered in an area of land near Gorton Road, North Reddish.

"Addresses in the immediate area have been evacuated as a precautionary measure and EOD [explosive ordnance disposal] are en-route to the scene. There are not believed to be suspicious circumstances regarding the discovery."

A spokesperson for Greater Manchester Fire and Rescue Service added: “Just after 1pm on Saturday, July 26, fire crews were called to assist after the discovery of a suspected grenade near Gorton Road, Reddish.

"Fire engines from Whitehill, Stockport and Ashtons stations were quickly mobilised to the scene. Firefighters remain at the scene, working alongside Greater Manchester Police to make the area safe.”

Residents have been cooperating with authorities by following instructions and remaining clear of the cordoned area. The police thanked the community for their patience as the situation is being brought under control.