Kensington High Street on lockdown after 'suspect package found'

Street cordoned off after suspicious bag discovered in restaurant

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A section of Kensigton High Street in London has been taped off after a suspicious package was found.

A bag has reportedly been left inside a restaurant on the road.

Kensington High Street is in a busy shopping and residential area and home to some of the richest as most powerful people.

The street was closed to traffic in both directions between Queens Gate and Kensington Church Street.

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Kensington High Street on lockdown after 'suspect package found'

Street cordoned off after suspicious bag discovered in restaurant

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