Two men arrested on suspicion of causing an explosion in Worle, near Weston-super-Mare, have been released on bail.
Avon and Somerset Constabulary issued a statement this evening (May 15), revealing the men, aged 20 and 21, had been bailed in order to give police the opportunity to make further enquiries surrounding the incident and liaise with the Crown Prosecution Service.
Cordons remain as investigation into explosion near Weston-super-Mare continues
Police were alerted at around 4.30am on Tuesday, May 14 after members of the public heard two loud bangs in the Appletree Court area.
The Army EOD unit located a small device in a lane in the Appletree Court area and later confirmed it posed no threat to the public.
It was revealed yesterday evening that a further property in Portishead, 'directly linked' to the Worle incident, was being searched as a precautionary measure.
Police searching property in Portishead following earlier explosion near Weston-super-Mare
Police have reiterated that 'there is no ongoing risk to the public' - an evaluation the force stated they have made following 'an in-depth review of the circumstances and evidence'.
The device found in the Appletree Court area yesterday was made safe, and officers do not believe there are any further devices.
A police spokesperson said: "Investigations like this can only be undertaken with the assistance and support of the local community.
"We fully appreciate this can sometimes be inconvenient and genuinely appreciate the understanding and support of those directly affected by it."
