THE BOMB squad has conducted the "controlled" explosion in Penrith
The incident happened earlier today.
A spokesman for Cumbria Constabulary said: "Ammunition was surrendered to Hunter Lane Police Station today.
"Explosive Ordnance Disposal attended and carried out a controlled explosion in the area of Carleton Hall."
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