Man, 35, Arrested After Suspicious Package Sparks Bomb Alert in Folkestone
A 35-year-old man has been arrested following the discovery of a suspicious package in Folkestone earlier this week.
Bomb Squad Called In
Kent Police responded to Radnor Park West at 7:44am on Wednesday, 18 September 2024, after a suspicious item was found. The area was swiftly cordoned off as the Ministry of Defence’s Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) team was called in to assess the threat.
After a thorough check, the bomb squad declared the location safe and lifted the cordon later that same day.
Suspect Released on Bail
Officers arrested a local man in connection with the incident. He has since been released on bail while investigations continue.
Public Urged to Help
Authorities are appealing to anyone with information about the suspicious package to come forward and assist with the ongoing investigation.
