More than 200 homes have been evacuated and a major incident declared in Derby after police arrested two men on suspicion of explosives offences. Officers acted on intelligence about materials at an address in Vulcan Street, Derbyshire police said.
The two men, one in his 40s and the other in his 50s, are in police custody. The incident is not being treated as terrorism-related. Police warned residents that a controlled explosion might be carried out by the army’s explosive ordnance division.
Derbyshire police said there was no wider risk to the community and the evacuations were a precaution. Residents were advised to prepare to be away from home for up to 24 hours and to make arrangements for pets and medication.
A cordon is in place affecting several roads, with officers knocking on doors within the area. A rest centre has been set up at the Salvation Army by Derby City Council. Police are working with fire, ambulance, and council services.
