Man charged with possessing explosive substances

A man has been arrested and charged in relation to the possession of explosive substances at a house in Inverness.

The 51-year-old was arrested at an address in the Anderson Court area of the city on Sunday.

Police Scotland said the arrest was part of a pre-planned operation by officers and was also attended by the fire service.

They added that the man was expected to appear at Inverness Sheriff Court on Monday 13 September.

UPDATE: On 16 April 2025, the charges against the accused were found not proven by a jury at the High Court in Inverness.