Arrested Western University students were making bombs, firearms, police allege

A trespassing investigation in London, Ont., is morphing into a probe that has police accusing four men of actively making explosives and firearms.

London police said Friday their investigation, which began with responding to a Jan. 24 trespassing call at Western University, has led them to lay dozens of charges against the men since their initial arrest.

It has also seen investigators utilize the help of the RCMP and police forces in Ottawa and Gatineau, Que., for their probe.

“We know many in the community have concerns. Our priority is keeping everyone informed while protecting the integrity of the investigation,” police said in a Friday news release.

“The accused’s motives are still under investigation.”

Read more: Global News (Canada)