Hull: Man jailed following bomb hoax

Darrel Greig (45), of Navenby Grove, Hull, was sentenced at Hull Crown Court yesterday (Tuesday 21 June) to one year and four months’ imprisonment following a bomb hoax in May this year.

On Saturday 14 May, officers were alerted to a property in north Hull following reports they had discovered what was believed to be a bomb outside of their property.

Whilst EOD (Explosive Ordnance Disposal) examined the device, a 400m cordon was placed around the property with members of the public evacuated from their homes to ensure the safety of residents.

Darrel had used a series of household items including a mobile phone and petrol canister to construct the hoax device in a bid cause fear, alarm and distress to his victim.

Appearing at court, Darrel Greig entered a guilty plea and was sentenced after being charged with the bomb hoax.

PC Nicola Knight said: “I’m pleased that he is now behind bars receiving punishment for his actions, which undoubtedly caused his victim and the local community an unforgiveable amount of stress and fear.

“Nobody should have to feel unsafe in their own home or community and should be able to go about their daily lives with no fear.

“I hope the outcome at court provides his victim with some comfort in knowing he is now in prison, and provides Darrel time to reflect upon his actions.”