Crime · 4 December 2025
Police Declare Major Incident in Derby as 200 Homes Evacuated Following Explosives Arrests
Derbyshire Police declared a major incident and evacuated approximately 200 homes in Derby after arresting two Polish nationals, ages 40s and 50s, on suspicion of explosives offences. The arrests followed a warrant executed on Vulcan Street based on intelligence about materials at the address. The British Army's Explosive Ordnance Division conducted a controlled explosion, with residents hearing a loud bang. Police stressed this is not a terrorism investigation and poses no wider community risk. Evacuated residents may be away from homes for 24 hours as precautionary measures continue.
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