UK Police Arrest Men, Evacuate Homes Near US Air Base in Major Incident
Several men detained on explosives charges near RAF Fairford as bomb disposal teams examine vehicles and residents are moved to a leisure centre.
KEY POINTS
- Several men arrested on suspicion of explosives offences near RAF Fairford
- Major incident declared; Army bomb disposal teams examining vehicles
- Homes in Whelford evacuated; residents moved to leisure centre
- Prime Minister Andy Burnham receiving updates on the incident
- Base used for US strikes on Iranian targets; Iran previously threatened retaliation
British police arrested several men on suspicion of explosives offences near RAF Fairford in Gloucestershire on Sunday, declaring a major incident. Army bomb disposal experts are examining a number of vehicles in the area.
Authorities evacuated properties in the nearby village of Whelford, moving residents to a local leisure centre as a precaution. Around 30 emergency vehicles, including police, ambulances, and fire engines, were deployed to the scene.
“We believe this incident is contained. We are working closely with our partners and are enacting the well-rehearsed plans we have in place.”
Armed officers blocked access to the main gate of the base, which hosts US Air Force personnel. Gloucestershire Police stated they believe the incident is contained and are working with partners on established plans.
Prime Minister Andy Burnham is being kept updated on the situation while attending the Labour Party conference in Liverpool. His office praised emergency services for acting quickly to detain suspects.
The base was authorised by the British government for US strikes on Iranian missile sites targeting shipping in the Strait of Hormuz. Iran's Revolutionary Guards previously warned such bases would be legitimate targets.
A US Air Force official said the 501st Combat Support Wing and other UK-based units remain on alert, declining to discuss specific security measures.
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