Police at the scene of the suspect explosive devices on recreation ground off Churchman Road. Photo: Steve Adams
Teenager arrested after suspicious device discovery in Norwich
Friday, July 6, 2012
1:43 PM
A 16-year-old boy has been arrested by police investigating the discovery of a suspicious device in Norwich.
Officers cordoned off recreational land, off Churchman Road, Heartsease, on Wednesday night, following reports of two home-made devices, with witnesses reporting an explosion.
The Norwich teenager was interviewed at Wymondham Police Investigation Centre and released on bail until August. Officers said the device posed no risk.
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