A major incident in South Bristol led to the evacuation of 63 homes after concerns about explosive items.

A man has been arrested at 7.10pm yesterday (July 23) following concerns raised with Avon and Somerset Police at 5.55pm that an individual at a property in South Liberty Lane may have access to potentially explosive items.

The road was closed until 3am to allow police, fire and ambulance crews to attend and a major incident was declared.

A precautionary 100m cordon was put in place and residents from the 63 properties in South Liberty Lane, Risdale Road and Swiss Lane were evacuated from the area.

The Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) unit attended the scene from about 7.50pm to check the property safely.

Police worked with Bristol City Council to support evacuated residents and anyone who was unable to find a place to stay, could attend Ashton Vale Community Centre.

Residents were able to return home overnight after the precautionary cordon was lifted just after 3am this morning and all roads are now open.

A police presence remains in the area and enquiries that led to a man being arrested yesterday evening continue.