Unexploded bomb destroyed near Taunton college
- Published
The Army's Explosive Ordnance Disposal carried out a controlled explosion
An unexploded bomb found near a sixth form college has been safely detonated.
Avon and Somerset Police said officers were called at about 16:40 BST on Thursday to Richard Huish College in Taunton, Somerset.
Contractors had dug up the exploded ordnance in a field behind the college, the force added.
In a statement, it said the Army's Explosive Ordnance Disposal unit attended and carried out a controlled explosion.
Follow BBC West on Facebook, external, Twitter, external and Instagram, external. Send your story ideas to: bristol@bbc.co.uk , external
Related topics
- Published14 May 2023
- Published13 May 2023
Related internet links
The BBC is not responsible for the content of external sites.