A 33-year-old man has been arrested under the Terrorism Act and remains in custody, Avon and Somerset police said on Friday. The suspect was held as part of an investigation from Counter-Terrorism Policing South East and South West, and detectives said there was no wider threat to the public. The man, from north-east Somerset, was first arrested on Thursday under the Explosive Substances Act 1883, on suspicion of making or possessing an explosive substance in suspicious circumstances. The suspect was re-arrested on Friday under section 41 of the Terrorism Act 2000. As part of the investigation searches are being carried out at a property in Paulton, near Bath. “Officers carrying out this search are wearing protective suits due to the nature of this investigation and the explosive ordnance disposal team have also been called to the property as a precaution,” the force said. Ch Insp Steve Kendall said: “I would like to reassure the local community that the arrest was carried out by specialist officers from the counter-terrorism policing network. “I would like to thank the local community for their patience while officers carry out a search of the property and continue their investigation. “We will have an increased policing presence in the local area and should anyone have any questions or concerns about this activity, I encourage them to speak to one of my officers or call 101 and ask to speak to the local neighbourhood team.” Jake Eastman lives close to the property being searched by police. Going past the scene at 7.30pm on Friday, Eastman said there was “a large presence” of forensic officers entering the property, basing their operations from a large tent and van outside. “It’s a little scary, however the large presence of the police is reassuring and I think our appreciation always lies with them as they are making our neighbourhood feel safe,” he added.