Update 4: Explosion, West Ipswich
Police have charged a 43-year-old man in relation to an explosion at West Ipswich on Thursday.
He has been charged with one count each of attempts to destroy property by explosives, unlawful deposition of explosives or noxious substances, manufacture explosive without authority, offence in relation to unauthorised and prohibited explosives and acts intended to cause grievous bodily harm.
He has also been charged with a number of drug offences.
He is due to appear in the Ipswich Magistrates Court today.
Specialist police will re-attend the Clay Street address this morning to conduct further examinations.
Advice will be provided if an emergency declaration is enacted.
Investigations into the incident are continuing.
If you have information for police, contact Policelink by providing information using the online suspicious activity form 24hrs per day at www.police.qld.gov.au/reporting.
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