A large police presence, aiming to “disrupt terrorist activity”, saw stop and searches take place outside Twickenham station this afternoon.
Some commuters were frisked by officers.
Police confirmed it was a “routine activity that happens everywhere” and insisted there was no cause for concern.
A number of police cars and vans were parked along London Road at 3.30pm.
Signs were displayed at either end of the security checkpoint, which said the searches were to disrupt terrorist activity.
The sign said: “Officers are conducting patrols in this area to deter and disrupt terrorist activity.
“There is no specific threat to suggest terrorist activity in this area but terrorists need to plan and prepare by observing specific targets, or transporting equipment and materials around.”
The station is a 15 minute walk from landmark sites such as Twickenham stadium and Harlequins' Stoop stadium.
- Do these operations make you feel safer, or more concerned? Email tom.ambrose@london.newsquest.co.uk to let us know.
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