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Explosion rocks suburban Welcome Bay

Police investigate explosion in Welcome Bay
Police investigate explosion in Welcome Bay Marc McAllister

An explosion which rocked suburban Welcome Bay this afternoon was allegedly caused by a man using explosives to build a rocket.

A neighbour called police following the window-rattling bang in Dingadee Street about midday.

A 41-year-old was arrested and charged with unlawful possession of an explosive.

No one was injured.

Police are still at the scene.

Topics:  explosion, welcome bay


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