Counter-terror police have swooped on a St Helens take away in connection with the Manchester bombing.
Lorenzo’s Pizzeria was one of several North West properties raided on Friday as part of the ongoing investigation into Monday’s attack at the Manchester Arena.
Merseyside Police have been working alongside the Greater Manchester force’s case which led to the premises on Corporation Road being searched.
With the UK’s terror level still at a critical level, officers are continuing to work at a fast pace amidst fears of another attack in the wake of Monday’s atrocities.
Ten people have been arrested for suspected involvement in the bombing at an Ariana Grande concert which killed 22 people. Two have been released without charge.
Merseyside Police insist that there is currently ‘no specific threat’ to the Merseyside area.
Superintendent Louise Harrison said: “I understand that this kind of activity can cause concern for people living in nearby communities and would like to thank them for their understanding and patience.
“As a result of today’s operation, Merseyside Police is working very closely with community groups, community leaders, partner agencies and individuals to make sure concerns are addressed and that we provide the best possible service to local people.
“Over the coming days and weeks we will be continuing to work with our local communities to address any concerns they may have.
“We always need the public’s help to defeat terrorism by being extra vigilant and letting us know of any suspicious behaviour or activity.
“Terrorists want to create discord in our communities, but Merseyside has a long history of our communities living and working together.
“This is a time for us all to work closely together and unite against those who seek, through violence and extremism, to divide us.
“Public safety is the paramount concern for the police and will continue to be our top priority and we have a duty to act and protect the public.
“We cannot be complacent and cannot take chances in situations such as this and police and the security services must act on information received.”
Anyone with information that can help with the current investigation is urged contact the police on 101 or the anti-terrorist hotline on 0800 789321.