A major incident has been declared near RAF Fairford, with several men arrested on suspicion of offences under the Explosives Act. Residents in the Whelford area are being evacuated to a nearby leisure centre while the Army’s specialist explosive ordnance disposal team examines a number of vehicles.
Evacuations and cordon in place
A cordon remains in place around the scene. Police state they believe the incident is contained and are working with partner agencies under established emergency plans.
Arrests and ongoing response
The arrests and evacuations follow the declaration of the major incident near the RAF base. Authorities have not yet released further details about the individuals arrested or the nature of the vehicles under examination.
Residents affected by the evacuation have been directed to the leisure centre as the emergency response continues.
