A LARGE number of police vehicles and police activity has been spotted in and around South and West Cumbria as part of a mystery 'transport operation'.
A number of vehicles have been seen travelling to West Cumbria from the Barrow area and police officers have been stationed at railway stations across South Cumbria.
The incident is suspected to be linked to the movement of material on the railway line, possibly in connection with the Sellafield nuclear site. Sellafield has not yet confirmed any details.
In a statement, Cumbria Police said: "We are working with partners as part of a transport operation. Due to the security and safety procedures associated with this operation, no further information will be given at this time."
As of noon, police confirmed their part in the operation had been "completed". Sources told the Evening Mail that a train is due to arrive in Barrow with nuclear waste onboard.
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