An arrest has been made by police investigating three suspicious packages in Reading town centre.
Officers were made aware of the first, located outside The Botanist, King Street at around 6pm on Saturday evening, July 25.
A second was located at around 9pm located outside McDonald’s, Friar Street and a third package near The Hope Tap Weatherspoons, Friar Street, at around 10.30pm.Bomb disposal experts were initially brought in as a precaution and the objects were safely removed.Cordons have now been lifted. Thames Valley Police said in a statement that an arrest had been made, adding: “We are actively investigating the incidents and officers are following several lines of inquiry.
“At this moment in time, we believe that all three incidents may be linked.”Superintendent Rachel Sykes said: “Additional patrols will be taking place in the area today to provide reassurance. The area is safe, but if you have any concerns, please speak to one of our officers while they are out on patrol.“Thank you to those members of the public who contacted us and for the patience of those who were diverted from the area whilst our officers investigated these incidents.”
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