RESIDENTS have been evacuated in the dead of night as cops arrest two people after searching for explosives.
Cops searched a house in Chelmsford, Essex, and found items that needed “specialist focus”.
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Essex Police said locals have been evacuated and a 100-metre cordon put up.
Cops said a 34-year-old man from Chelmsford was in custody on suspicion of a Section 4 offence under the Explosive Substances Act 1883.
This section involves the “making or possession of explosive under suspicious circumstances”.
A 33-year-old woman from Ongar was also arrested.
A police statement said: “Two people have been arrested as part of an ongoing investigation.
“We executed a warrant at a property in Meadgate Avenue, Chelmsford, earlier this evening (Tuesday 9 June).
“Ahead of that warrant, a 34-year-old man, from Chelmsford, was arrested on suspicion of an offence under Section 4 of the Explosive Substances Act 1883.
“A 33-year-old woman, from Ongar, was also arrested.
“Both remain in custody.
“As a result of searches at the Meadgate Avenue address, we have now identified items which require specialist focus and a number of properties in the area have been evacuated, with a 100-metre cordon put in place as a precaution.
“This is to ensure the safety of the community and to allow specialists the time and space to work.
“We will provide an update soon as we practically can.”
