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Today in History: Robert Dyer gets 16 years for Tesco bombings

6/11/2026

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Robert Edward Dyer received a 16-year prison term for a six-month letter-bomb campaign that targeted Tesco, the UK’s leading grocery retailer. Over half a year, Dyer mailed explosive devices to the chain’s stores and customers, prompting a major police investigation and culminating in his conviction.

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Robert Edward Dyer received a 16-year prison term for a six-month letter-bomb campaign that targeted Tesco, the UK’s leading grocery retailer. Over half a year, Dyer mailed explosive devices to the chain’s stores and customers, prompting a major police investigation and culminating in his conviction.