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Daily Mail
3 hours ago
- Daily Mail
Dozens evacuated as bomb squad swarms Bristol homes: 'Suspicious' man is arrested as cordon remains in place
Dozens have been evacuated from their homes after a bomb squad descended on a street in Bristol, with a 'suspicious' man arrested in relation to the scare. Police were made aware of concerns that someone at a property in South Liberty Lane may have access to potentially explosive items at around 6pm on Tuesday. Officers closed off the road to the public as police, fire and ambulance staff rushed to the scene. The street, which has 63 homes on it, remains shut and cordoned off with a major incident status in place. Avon and Somerset Police confirmed that they safely detained and arrested the suspect at 7.10pm, adding there have been no casualties. The Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) unit then arrived about 40 minutes later to investigate whether the property was safe. The team continues to work at the scene, assisted by specialist officers. The force said: 'An arrest has been made following reports of a man acting suspiciously at an address in south Bristol. Dozens have been evacuated from their homes after a bomb squad descended on a street in Bristol, pictured in a general view image, with a 'suspicious' man arrested 'Concerns were raised with police at about 5.55pm that an individual at a property in South Liberty Lane may have access to potentially explosive items. 'The road was closed to allow police, fire and ambulance crews to attend, and remains shut at this time. 'The man was safely detained by officers and arrested at 7.10pm. 'The Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) unit arrived at the scene at about 7.50pm to check the property is safe. That work at the scene is ongoing and specialist officers are supporting EOD. 'A major incident has been declared due to the number of emergency services at the scene. There are no casualties. 'Public safety is our main priority and therefore a precautionary 100m cordon has been put in place.' There are 63 properties in South Liberty Lane, Risdale Road and Swiss Lane within that area. Ashton Vale Community Centre, in Risdale Road, is open to support those residents, if required. We are grateful for the public's patience and understanding while we respond to this incident and would please ask the public to avoid the area at this time.
CTV News
4 days ago
- CTV News
SUV belonging to missing woman spotted in 3 provinces: police
Natanis Merasty has been missing since early May. (Supplied) The Edmonton Police Service says the disappearance of a Saskatchewan woman who was last seen in Edmonton is suspicious and they're looking for information about her SUV, which traveled through three provinces since the last time she was seen. Natanis Merasty, 24, was last seen in Edmonton on May 5. Natanis Merasty Natanis Merasty is seen outside the Continental Inn in Edmonton on May 5, 2025. (Credit: Edmonton Police Service) She was captured on CCTV leaving the Continental Inn at 166 Street and Stony Plain Road at 1:22 a.m. She got into her 2007 black Hyundai Tucson with a Saskatchewan plate and drove away from the hotel, returning around 1:30 a.m. Merasty left the hotel a second time at 2:37 a.m. Natanis Merasty Natanis Merasty is seen at 7-Eleven at 156 Street and Stony Plain Road in Edmonton on May 5, 2025. (Credit: Edmonton Police Service) She was captured on camera at a 7-Eleven store at 156 Street and Stony Plain Road at 2:55 a.m. It's the last known image of Merasty. Merasty's SUV travels to 3 provinces According to investigators, Merasty's SUV travelled through Edmonton, Sherwood Park, Buck Lake, Nordegg and Lake Louise on May 5. On May 6, it drove through B.C. and on May 7 it travelled by ferry to Nanaimo, B.C. Natanis Merasty The Hyundai SUV belonging to Natanis Merasty was spotted in three provinces after she was last seen on May 5, 2025. (Credit: Edmonton Police Service) On May 10 the SUV returned to the Edmonton area and it was seen west of Lloydminster on May 12. On May 15 the Hyundai was found abandoned at the James Smith Cree Nation in Saskatchewan. At the time it was found, it had been repainted silver. Natanis Merasty timeline A timeline of events surrounding the last sighting of Natanis Merasty, and the movements of her SUV after that date. (Credit: Edmonton Police Service) Investigators say there are no clear images of the driver of the vehicle between May 5 and 12, and it's unknown if Merasty was inside. She was initially reported missing to RCMP by family on May 9. The case passed to EPS on May 22. EPS investigators held a news conference on Friday in hopes of generating tips about Merasty's whereabouts. 'This missing person investigation stretches across three provinces,' Det. Lisa Riou told reporters. 'It speaks to the scale of work that's ongoing and the complexity of this case.' 'It is unlike Natanis to not be in contact with her family for long periods of time, so we consider this disappearance suspicious.' No one is in custody in the case, but Riou says investigators have identified 'a number of people of interest.' Riou says police don't know if Merasty is in the Edmonton area or one of the other locations where her SUV was spotted. 'I would hesitate to say that we have any information so specific as to one particular city,' she said. 'We want and welcome tips from those three provinces.' It's unclear if she has any connections to any of the locations where the SUV was spotted. 'A lot of hope that she's still alive' Merasty's family also addressed reporters, calling for anyone with information to come forward. 'We have a lot of hope that she's still alive,' Merasty's uncle, Victor Michel, said. 'We are seeking our girl and we want her home.' Natanis' aunt, Marcella Merasty, described her niece as soft-spoken and kind. Natanis Merasty Marcella Merasty speaks to media on July 18, 2025 about her missing niece Natanis. (CTV News Edmonton) 'She is loved. She did not deserve this. (She has) family who dearly misses her and wants her home.' Merasty has long brown hair, brown eyes, and an average build. She was last seen wearing black pants and a black and grey baseball-style long sleeve t-shirt. She was living in Prince Albert, Sask., and is a member of the Peter Ballantyne Cree Nation. Riou says it's believed Merasty came to Edmonton with friends. Anyone with information about her whereabouts is asked to contact the EPS at 780-423-4567 or #377 from a mobile phone. Anonymous tips can be submitted to Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477.
CTV News
4 days ago
- CTV News
Overnight fire in Old East Village deemed suspicious
London fire crews were called to a home on Dufferin Avenue in the early morning hours of July 18, 2025. (Source: London fire) A residential fire in Old East Village, which kept crews busy overnight, has been deemed suspicious by police. Around 3 a.m. firefighters responded to the two-storey home on Dufferin Avenue near Quebec street. According to London fire, the home was 'fully involved' and an aggressive attack was initiated, with multiple units on scene. Nearby residences were evacuated as a precaution. The fire was declared out a few hours later but due to the extensive damage, one truck is staying at the scene to monitor for hotspots. Dufferin Avenue is completely blocked between Ontario and Quebec streets. A fire prevention officer is on the scene to determine the cause. There is no indication if anybody was home at the time of the blaze. No injuries have been reported and the cost of damage is unknown. Police continue to investigate.
CTV News
4 days ago
- CTV News
N.S. RCMP investigating report of suspicious man in Middle Sackville
The Nova Scotia RCMP is asking for the public's help as it investigates a report of a suspicious man in Middle Sackville Tuesday evening. Officers responded to a report of a suspicious person on Windwood Drive around 5:45 p.m. Police say a man driving a silver car stopped on the street and told a teenage girl to get in. The girl refused and ran away. Police say the man followed her in his car before getting out and briefly following her on foot on Baker Drive. The girl then reported the incident to an adult. Police say they did patrols of the area but did not find the man or the car. 'Investigators have followed up with homes and businesses in the area for awareness of the incident and to request video surveillance that shows the area around the time it took place,' reads a Friday news release from the RCMP. Police describe the suspect as being six-feet tall with a slim build, balding and no facial hair. He was wearing a light blue, short-sleeved shirt, light-coloured shorts, and closed-toe sandals at the time of the alleged incident. The car he was driving is a believed to be a silver Honda Civic or a similar make and model. The RCMP says it wants to speak with anyone who may have information, or with video of the incident or the vehicle in the area. The force is asking anyone with information to call them at 902-490-5020 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477). For more Nova Scotia news, visit our dedicated provincial page
CTV News
5 days ago
- CTV News
Disappearance of Saskatchewan woman in Edmonton considered suspicious: EPS
Natanis Merasty has been missing since early May. (Supplied) The disappearance of a Saskatchewan woman last seen in Edmonton two months ago is suspicious, police said on Thursday. Natanis Merasty, 24, was last seen on May 5 at the Continental Inn on 166 Street and Stony Plain Road in Edmonton. Her family reported her missing on May 9. Merasty is from La Ronge, Sask., but the Edmonton Police Service took over the investigation on May 22. She has long brown hair, brown eyes and an average build, EPS said. She drives a 2007 black Hyundai Tucson with a Saskatchewan plate. Hyundai Tucson Natanis Merasty drives a 2007 black Hyundai Tucson with a Saskatchewan plate. Her disappearance is considered suspicious, and friends and family are concerned for her wellbeing, police said. EPS will hold a press conference about Merasty's disappearance at 11 a.m. on Friday. Anyone with information about her whereabouts is asked to call EPS at 780-423-4567 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477.
