16/06/2016

Component Parts For Pipe Bombs Found In North Belfast

Several component parts for pipe bombs have been discovered during a security alert in north Belfast, according to the police.

The parts were found in a bag in the Etna Street area on Wednesday, 15 June.

A number of controlled explosions were carried out by army bomb experts.

They have been removed for examination.

Residents who were evacuated from their homes have now returned and the road has been re-opened.

Police are appealing for anyone with information to contact them.

(CD/JP)

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