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Man Found Guilty of Homemade Explosives in Shed

10/29/2025

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Harry Whittaker, 33, from Caddington, England, was found guilty of making explosives in his garden shed.
The arrest followed a 999 call for an allergic reaction, and police found a cache of black powder, live ammunition, and radioactive substances.
Whittaker has autism spectrum disorder and said he was a "nerdy kid" interested in science.
Sentencing is scheduled for January 9, following his previous conviction for causing bodily harm.

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Story summary

Harry Whittaker, 33, from Caddington, England, was found guilty of making explosives in his garden shed.
The arrest followed a 999 call for an allergic reaction, and police found a cache of black powder, live ammunition, and radioactive substances.
Whittaker has autism spectrum disorder and said he was a "nerdy kid" interested in science.
Sentencing is scheduled for January 9, following his previous conviction for causing bodily harm.