London Bridge Station was evacuated this afternoon due to a 'suspicious vehicle' in the area.

Police confirmed they were called to the scene at around 1.40pm and are investigating a security alert relating to the vehicle, with a bomb disposal robot understood to have been deployed at the scene.

Train services were suspended and the bridge was closed in both directions while buses were stopped in the area.

A spokesman for the Metropolitan Police said the station would remain closed while inquiries continue, but the vehicle was found not to be suspicious by 3.30pm and roads were reopened.

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Police inspect an abandoned car that sparked a 'security alert' in London Bridge today

The vehicle, pictured, was reported to officers as 'suspicious' and it is understood a bomb disposal unit was called to the area

Crowds of worried bystanders, pictured, gathered outside London Bridge Station today after it was evacuated

The station, pictured, was evacuated today due to reports of a 'suspicious vehicle'

Police had a heavy presence in the area and were directing crowds away from danger

British Transport Police earlier said on Twitter: 'Specialist officers from BTP are assisting @metpoliceuk investigate a security alert at London Bridge. Station is currently closed.'

The London Underground station at London Bridge was operating as normal.

Other buildings in the area including a gym and a cocktail bar were also evacuated.

Several emergency services vehicles were seen arriving in the area at around 2pm.

Many people on social media speculated as to whether it is a bomb scare, with sniffer dogs said to have been seen in the area.

Kathryn Taylor wrote on Twitter: 'Something going on at London Bridge. Bridge closed and seems like every police person in the city here.'

Marketing worker Louise Fisher, who works near the area, added: 'London Bridge entirely evacuated either side of our office. We're told to move away from the windows. Oh yeah now I feel safe.'

Others have gathered in large groups outside their offices as the police continue their investigation

The Met Police said the bridge, rail and bus stations will remain closed while inquiries continue

Some workers in the area said they were told to go home by officers while others were told to stay inside their buildings.

A Network Rail spokesperson said: 'London Bridge main line station has been closed while emergency services deal with an incident nearby.

'No trains are running to or through it, which means that there are no services running from Charing Cross, Waterloo East and Cannon Street.

'Passengers should check with their operator before they travel this afternoon as significant disruption is expected.'

Huge crowds of people, pictured, were said to be 'rushing' to get away from the area

Witnesses have described the area, pictured, as being descended upon by 'every police car in the city'