Police said a ‘device’ was ‘made safe’ after being found during a raid on a property
Police have issued a major update after homes were evacuated and roads closed when a “device” was discovered during a police raid. Dyfed-Powys Police carried out a warrant at a property in the New Dock Area of Llanelli on Wednesday.
After a “device” was discovered, explosives experts were called in, while a 100m cordon was set up. Police have now said the device was “made safe” and people can now return to their homes.
Residents were evacuated from their homes on Wednesday afternoon and into the evening, with a local leisure centre used as a ‘rest centre’ for those affected.
Police confirmed that a 57-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of offences under The Explosive Substances Act after a warrant was executed. He remains in police custody. Stay informed on Carms news by signing up to our newsletter here.
In an update late on Wednesday night, police said explosive ordnance disposal (EOD) experts from the Ministry of Defence had concluded their searches and that it is safe for people to return to their homes. Meanwhile, a police presence will remain visible overnight.
A spokeswoman for Dyfed-Powys Police said: “EOD officers have concluded their searches, and one device was made safe, and we no longer believe there is any wider threat to the public.
“The device was found during the execution of a planned search warrant, under The Explosive Substances Act, at an address on New Dock Road, Llanelli.
“Residents who were asked to leave their properties can now return and all roads have now reopened. Officers will remain at the location overnight while enquiries continue.”
Force chief inspector Dominic Jones, said: “I would like to thank the whole community for their support and patience while we dealt with this incident. Local people will see more police in the area over the coming days as enquiries continue.”
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