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17/05/2017
Police Search Uncovers Suspected Pipe Bombs
An investigation has been launched following the discovery of four suspected pipe bombs and gun parts in Portadown.
It is understood the devices were found by police during a search operation in the People's Park area of the town.
Police have said the devices were "not viable" and are trying to establish how old the items are and if they have any connection to "historical terrorist activity".
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It is understood the devices were found by police during a search operation in the People's Park area of the town.
Police have said the devices were "not viable" and are trying to establish how old the items are and if they have any connection to "historical terrorist activity".
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