Emergency services at Sheffield property & woman charged over potentially hazardous materials
The 35-year-old woman has been charged with an offence under the Explosive Substances Act
The emergency services are at a Sheffield address today as part of an investigation into “potentially hazardous materials”.
The incident is ongoing at Mapplebeck Road in the High Green area of Sheffield this afternoon (Monday, September 14, 2026).
This photo captured the scene at the street just a few moments ago.
Residents have reported seeing an ongoing presence from police and members of the fire service since Friday night (September 11, 2026).
Issuing a statement today, South Yorkshire Police confirmed that a woman called Rachel Hale has been charged in connection with the incident.
Their statement, in full, reads: “Emergency services are currently in attendance at a house on Mapplebeck Road, High Green in relation to an investigation into potentially hazardous materials
“No injuries have been reported.
“Rachel Hale of Mapplebeck Road, High Green has been charged with an offence under Section 4 of the Explosive Substances Act 1883 and remanded in custody.”
More to follow.