London tube station evacuated after bomb scare

London's Baker Street Underground Station has been evacuated after a bomb threat that was prompted due to an abandoned vehicle outside.

London: London's Baker Street Underground Station has been evacuated after a bomb threat that was prompted due to an abandoned vehicle outside.

A loud bang, that was heard in the vicinity, has been confirmed to be a controlled police explosion.

According to the Huffington Post, the Met Police said it was investigating an abandoned car in the area and that its operation was ongoing.

Transport for London confirmed the station was closed as an investigation into a security alert was underway. The station has now re-opened.

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