Bomb squad detonates device at Hamlyn Heights

A member of the Bomb Response Unit at a Hamlyn Heights. (Louisa Jones) 208431_1

Victoria’s bomb squad detonated a “suspect” device at Hamlyn Heights this morning after detectives discovered the object while serving a court order.

Torquay Crime Investigation Unit detectives attended the Pride Avenue address about 9.05am this morning to serve the court order, a police spokesperson said.

“While there investigators had located a suspect device,” they said.

“The Bomb Response Unit attended and after inspecting the device, detonated it and rendered it safe.

“A 42-year-old Hamlyn Heights man is currently assisting police with their enquiries. The investigation remains ongoing.”