Coastguard scrambled to East Lothian beach as artillery shell uncovered

North Berwick Coastguard Rescue Team were also called to the scene

An item believed to be an unexploded ordnance has been found on the East Lothian coast line.

The coastguard in North Berwick received a call at around 11 pm on Wednesday in order to obtain photographs of the item to be sent to the Royal Naval Explosion Ordnance Division (EOD).

Unexploded artillery found in East Lothian as police secure the area

The police secured the area and the coast guard will stand down until a full assessment can be made.

North Berwick Coastguard stated: “If you find an item you believe may be old military explosives, shells, mines etc on the coast, call 999 and ask for the Coastguard.

“Remember if you see someone or something you are concerned about on the shoreline, cliff, mud or on the sea. Dial 999 and ask for the Coastguard. If in doubt, call!

“There is an alternative contact number for the Coastguard, 01333 450666 where you can pass information.”

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