A WOMAN has been arrested following on suspicion of 'administering a noxious substance' in Wrexham.

North Wales Police were called to the incident at Plas Madoc just before 5pm on Wednesday (March 20).

At the time, they said it had involved 'suspicious material' and that it was 'an isolated incident'.

North Wales Fire and Rescue Services also sent two crews to the scene to assist police.

Today (March 21), North Wales Police have confirmed that a 47-year-old woman has been arrested in connection to the incident.

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She has since been released on bail as the investigation continues.

A statement from North Wales Police read: "A 47-year-old woman was arrested at 5pm on Wednesday, March 20th, on suspicion of administering a noxious substance.

"She has since been bailed pending further investigation.

"A joint investigation between North Wales Police and North Wales Fire and Rescue Service later found no material of concern."

Commenting on the incident, Councillor David A Bithell, Wrexham Council’s Lead Member for Housing, said: “Our housing estate office in Plas Madoc was temporarily evacuated on Wednesday as part of an emergency services response to a suspected incident in the nearby area. The office was open again the following day, with no interruption to services.”