Teen arrested after bombscare in Perth
People were evacuated after the discovery of a suspicious device
A 17-year-old has been arrested and charged in Perth after a bomb disposal team responded to a “suspicious item” in the area.
The incident led to the evacuation of homes in Fairmount Terrace.
At around 6.45pm on Thursday, a controlled explosion was carried out as a precaution.
Police Scotland confirmed that there is no wider risk to the public following the explosion.
The teenager has been released but must appear in court at a later date.
Residents have now returned to their homes.
Police Scotland said: “There will continue to be a police presence in the area as further inquiries are carried out and anyone with concerns can approach officers or call 101, quoting incident number 2801 of May 21.”
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