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Town centre alarm causes concern from local workers
Police were called to Deansgate, at the junction with Oxford Road and Knowsley Street, after an alarm sounded in one of the buildings.
Three police cars attended the scene at approximately 8.30 am, prompting concern from nearby workers and shoppers.
Officers later confirmed the incident was a false alarm, with no risk to the public.
All police vehicles left shortly afterwards.
Despite the quick resolution, the incident attracted attention from nosy locals eager to find out what had happened.
Bolton police officers have had a number of operations to keep businesses and visitors safe from crime, working closely with retailers to combat town centre crime.
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