Army called in after 'suspicious items' found in house attic

A specialist Army search team has been called in after “suspicious items” were found in a Bristol attic.

A controlled explosion was carried out on an item removed from the property in Filton Avenue on Monday.

A cordon was re-established when more items were found on Tuesday and residents made alternative accommodation arrangements overnight.

A 37-year-old has been charged with possessing explosives with intent to endanger life or injure property.