Police cordon off Lanyon building after evacuation

Unconfirmed reports claim the car was carrying a suspect device

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The central Lanyon building has been evacuated and remains under police cordon after an incident within the last hour.

A car has crashed into the safety barrier directly outside Queen’s Students’ Union.

It is not clear what the reason for the evacuation is though some students have blamed a bomb scare.

Police have cordoned off the area and are currently investigating.

University square is currently surrounded by security and students have been told to avoid the affected area.

When asked for comment officials at the site declined.

 More to follow.