Man arrested after explosives found at Hull industrial estate

Humberside Police and the MOD say "a number of explosives" were found at an industrial premises in Hawthorn Avenue.

Published 10th Nov 2016

A man has been arrested after explosives were found at industrial premises in Hawthorn Avenue in Hull.

Humberside Police and the Ministry of Defence carried out a raid on the unit on the estate earlier today and say "a number of explosives" were found.

A 24-year-old local man, a trader, has been arrested and is being questioned by police.

A bomb disposal team remain at the scene as officers continue to investigate.

Nearby businesses also had to be evacuated.