An explosion which rocked suburban Welcome Bay this afternoon
was allegedly caused by a man using explosives to build a
rocket.
A neighbour called police following the window-rattling bang
in Dingadee Street about midday.
A 41-year-old was arrested and charged with unlawful
possession of an explosive.
No one was injured.
Police are still at the scene.
- Bay of Plenty Times
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