A standard firearms operation in Perth’s eastern suburbs has turned into a major criminal investigation after bomb squad detectives discovered a number of suspected explosive devices at a High Wycombe home.
Media reports indicate that detectives from the bomb squad, who had attended the High Wycombe home to suspend a firearm license and seize firearms, discovered the devices.
It is alleged that the devices were discovered at an address on Edward Road, High Wycombe.
Media reports from the High Wycombe area indicate that Bomb Response Unit detectives were called to the scene after bomb squad detectives discovered the devices.
A 42 year old man associated with the High Wycombe address is said to face a number of charges.
Police, however, have not indicated a detailed outline of the charges based on the material that was available online.
There was also no indication from reports that any person was injured during the incident.
What can, however, be said with certainty is that a new dimension has been added to a standard firearm investigation that was initially routine.
Case will undoubtedly serve to highlight the issue of firearms control in Western Australia, where there has been a tougher approach to firearms control.
The case will also come at a time when another alleged incident of an explosive device occurred in Perth, which received national attention.
However, there is nothing from the reporting to indicate any connection to the High Wycombe investigation.
For the authorities, the next step will be to determine the nature of the alleged devices and whether charges will be pressed in the coming days.
In the Perth east, the raid will have served to highlight the fact that even a targeted firearms raid can lead to something much more sinister behind the front door.
