A bomb disposal team has arrived by police escort at The Shires shopping centre after a suspect bag was found.
Hundreds of shoppers and staff were evacuated from the Trowbridge shopping complex after the suspicious item was found at about 1.30pm.
A police spokesperson said: "We are currently working with the owners of The Shires and have had to evacuate the area to ensure public safety.
"Our message to the public is stay away from the shopping centre until further notice.
"We apologise for this inconvenience but public safety is our main priority."
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