Explosives Found: Man Arrested in Preston

A 34-year-old man was apprehended on Saturday afternoon following the discovery of explosive materials at a residence in Ingol, Preston. Lancashire Police reported finding a collection of concerning items, including commercial fireworks, at the Tag Croft property. Although the explosives were commercially available, their aggregation was a cause for concern.

The arrested individual, described as a white British male, was taken into custody under the Explosives Act. Authorities have emphasized that the incident is not being treated as terrorism-related, and the surrounding street was not evacuated. Chief Superintendent Chris Hardy expressed gratitude to affected residents for their support and cooperation, reassuring the community about the swift action taken based on received information.