Suspected bomb hoaxer named after scare at Bristol police station

A man has been charged after a police station and nearby homes were evacuated following the discovery of an item on Saturday. The incident happened at Patchway Police Centre at around 5pm.

An army bomb disposal was called to the centre after the item was discovered. A 100-metre cordon was also put up with residents and businesses asked to leave the area as a precaution.

It was later concluded that the item did not pose a risk to the public.

A man was arrested, and today has been charged in connection with the incident. Jason Lenton, 43, of Southmead, is charged with making an explosive substance for an unlawful purpose and making a bomb hoax.

He remains in police custody pending an appearance at Bristol Magistrates’ Court today.

An Avon and Somerset Police spokesperson said: “We’d once again like to thank the public who were affected by the cordon for their patience and understanding while the EOD attended.”