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03/11/2014
Dissidents Blamed For Bomb Attack On Police Car
Dissident republicans have been blamed for a bomb attack on a police vehicle in the Creggan Heights area of L'Derry on Sunday evening.
Chief Inspector Alan Hutton said: "At this stage we can confirm that an explosive device has caused damage to the rear door of a police vehicle. The incident occurred at around 20:40 on Sunday evening. Thankfully none of the officers in the vehicle have been injured.
"We are extremely fortunate there were no serious injuries or deaths. This is not only a reckless attack on my officers but also on the residents in this area.
"Our investigations are continuing and I would urge members of the public to be cautious and vigilant and report anything suspicious to local police immediately."
Anyone who witnessed any suspicious activity in the area yesterday evening or who may have any information about the incident is asked to contact police at Strand Road Station on 101.
The independent charity Crimestoppers can be contacted anonymously on 0800 555 111.
(IT/CD)
Chief Inspector Alan Hutton said: "At this stage we can confirm that an explosive device has caused damage to the rear door of a police vehicle. The incident occurred at around 20:40 on Sunday evening. Thankfully none of the officers in the vehicle have been injured.
"We are extremely fortunate there were no serious injuries or deaths. This is not only a reckless attack on my officers but also on the residents in this area.
"Our investigations are continuing and I would urge members of the public to be cautious and vigilant and report anything suspicious to local police immediately."
Anyone who witnessed any suspicious activity in the area yesterday evening or who may have any information about the incident is asked to contact police at Strand Road Station on 101.
The independent charity Crimestoppers can be contacted anonymously on 0800 555 111.
(IT/CD)
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