Hotel in Hayle evacuated after reports of suspicious man and 'explosion'
Police say an arrest has been made
Last updated 12th Feb 2021
A hotel in Hayle has been evacuated after reports of an 'explosion' underneath a vehicle.
Police were called to reports of a man acting suspiciously outside the Premier Inn.
It is believed that a cannister exploded underneath a van and caused a small fire just after 7am on Friday morning.
Guests were evacuated as a precaution and there are no reports of any injuries.
A 24-year-old man has been arrested in connection with the incident.
"Police were called at around 7.10am with a report of a man acting suspiciously outside the Premier Inn, Hayle.
"A suspected deodorant cannister is believed to have exploded underneath a van and caused a small fire. The vehicle was undamaged and drove off.
"Guests were evacuated as a precaution.
"Officers attended and arrested a 24-year-old man in connection with the incident.
"Enquiries are being conducted at the location."
Devon and Cornwall Police