A man has been released on bail in relation to suspected explosive substances discovered at a house in Telford.
Police have now concluded their investigations at the address in Leonards Close.
Inquiries are continuing to find out what the substances were that were found at the property.
West Mercia Police have confirmed that residents are being allowed to return to their homes after suspected explosive materials have been assessed and pose no risk to the public.
Police had evacuated around 100 properties in Leonards Close earlier this morning after the discovery of suspected explosive materials during a routine search at a property.
Detective Chief Inspector Jason Wells from Telford CID said:
"I'd like to thank local residents for their patience and understanding while we have dealt with this incident and can reassure them that, after thorough checks by experts, we are happy that the area is completely safe and there is no risk to the public."
A man remains in custody at Malinsgate Police Station and is being questioned by detectives in relation to this incident.
Police are continuing their investigations at the property.
West Mercia Police explain what lead to the discovery of suspected explosives in a property in Telford which lead to 100 homes being evacuated and the military and bomb specialists called in.
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This is the current scene in Telford as police investigate suspected explosives discovered in a property this morning.
The discovery was made this morning while police carried out a search warrant at the property in Leonards Close, Donnington, which has lead to 100 homes being evacuated.
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Police have evacuated 100 homes in Telford and arrested a man after the discovery of suspected explosives at a property.
Read the full storyPolice have evacuated a number of homes in Telford after the discovery of suspected explosives at a property.
The discovery was made this morning while police carried out a search warrant at the property in Leonards Close, Donnington.
A man in his 40s has been arrested in connection with the incident and is currently being questioned by police.
Police have evacuated a number of homes in Telford after the discovery of suspected explosives at a property.
The discovery was made this morning while police carried out a search warrant at the property in Leonards Close, Donnington.
A number of firearms were also found at the property.
Explosives exerts are currently at the scene and around 100 homes are being evacuated as a precaution.
A man in his 40s has been arrested in connection with this incident and is currently being questioned by detectives.
Detective Chief Inspector Jason Wells from Telford CID said:
– Detective Chief Inspector Jason Wells"We apologise to local people for any disruption this may cause them, but you will understand that we need to ensure the public's safety while we continue to deal with this incident.
"At this time, officers are continuing to work at the scene alongside explosives experts to establish what, if any, explosives are present and to ensure that the area is made safe."
