Bomb Scare in Derby Sparks Mass Evacuations

More than 50 homes have been evacuated in Derby after suspicious items were discovered during a police raid.

Police Raid Uncovers Suspicious Items

Officers swooped on a property in King Alfred Street, Normanton, at around 11.30am. A man was arrested on the spot and is now in police custody.

Explosive Ordnance Disposal Team on Site

The bomb squad has been called to the scene. Evacuations are ongoing across King Alfred Street, Monk Street, and Wolfa Street as a precaution.

Residents Urged to Avoid the Area

Police have warned locals to steer clear of the cordoned-off zone. Those forced from their homes will be notified once it is safe to return.

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