Residents return to Grimethorpe homes as cordon lifted

Army bomb disposal experts were called to the scene in Grimethorpe

Residents of up to 50 homes that were evacuated after a bomb disposal team was called to check "suspicious items" have been allowed back.

The Army's Explosive Ordinance Disposal team was called to check a site in Coronation Avenue, Grimethorpe, earlier and a cordon was put up.

A warrant was executed by police and a 40-year-old arrested. It is not known what he was arrested on suspicion of.

The cordon has since been lifted and the residents allowed home.

The Army team has also left the scene.

In a statement, South Yorkshire Police said: "Anyone who has chosen to stay with friends and family rather than use the evacuation centre as advised, is reminded that government guidelines in relation to Coronavirus (COVID-19) must continue to be observed.

"People should return to their homes as soon as possible.

"Continuing to socially distance and stay apart will prevent people from becoming in contact and reduce the risk of spreading the virus in the community."

• More stories from Yorkshire