Man charged after bomb squad called out to Liverpool house

Merseyside Police have charged a 58-year-old man after a search of a house in Dingle unearthed a gun, ammunition and a hand grenade.

The weapons stash was discovered when officers executed a warrant at an address on Netherby Street, at around 8.20pm on Monday night.

A number of homes were evacuated and the Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) team were called in to remove and destroy the grenade in a controlled explosion.

Detectives have charged Paul Cox, of Netherby Street, with possession of a prohibited weapon, possessing ammunition for a firearm and possessing an unlawful explosive substance for unlawful purpose.

The five other people arrested on Monday, including a 16-year-old girl, have been released under investigation pending further enquiries.

Detective Chief Inspector Catherine Walsh said: “I would like to thank the public, especially those living in the immediate area who had to be temporarily evacuated, for their patience while this matter was dealt with in a safe and controlled manner.”