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17/10/2016
Illegal Supply Of Fireworks Seized At Nutts Corner Market
Police have seized an illegal supply of fireworks during an operation at Nutts Corner Market in the Crumlin area.
One person was made amenable following the find on Sunday, 16 October.
A PSNI spokesperson said: "These fireworks and the sale of them present a real danger to the public and we would urge anyone offered such items to contact us. If you have any information regarding the sale or supply of fireworks you can also contact Crimestoppers anonymously on telephone number 0800 555 111."
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One person was made amenable following the find on Sunday, 16 October.
A PSNI spokesperson said: "These fireworks and the sale of them present a real danger to the public and we would urge anyone offered such items to contact us. If you have any information regarding the sale or supply of fireworks you can also contact Crimestoppers anonymously on telephone number 0800 555 111."
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