Scarborough bomb scare: Police swoop on construction site as explosives found
POLICE were called to a construction site after the discovery of what is believed to be an explosive device - with one man subsequently arrested.
One man has been arrested after the incident near Scarborough
Officers remain at the scene, near Field Lane, in Scalby near Scarborough this morning. A controlled explosion of a suspected explosive device was carried out.
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A man in his 40s was arrested in connection with the incident and remains in police custody.
The device is thought to be inert.
However, the area has been cordoned off to keep people safe.
Officers are working with experts at the Ministry of Defence.
Police have also conducted searches in the area to ensure there is no risk to the public.
Enquiries are ongoing.
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