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Suspicious Devices Spark Evacuations in Manchester
12 Jun
Summary
- Suspicious devices found on Abram Close led to evacuations.
- A 22-year-old man has been charged with possessing explosive substances.
- Police confirmed there was no wider threat to the public.
Residents of Edward Sutcliffe Close in Fallowfield, Manchester, were evacuated from their homes on June 6 and 7. This action was taken after suspicious devices were discovered in a garden on Abram Close, leading to the deployment of the bomb squad.
Further investigations linked another incident on June 9 to this ongoing situation. Authorities have now charged 22-year-old Miguel Sanchez of Edward Sutcliffe Close with three counts of unlawful possession of an explosive substance. He is currently in custody and awaiting court.
Explosive Ordnance Disposal teams conducted controlled operations at the scene. Greater Manchester Police have emphasized that these incidents are considered isolated and pose no broader risk to the community.
