23/06/2017

'Viable Device' Found In L'Derry Security Alert

A viable device has been found during a security alert in L'Derry.

A suspicious object was discovered in the Cornshell Fields area on Thursday, 22 June.

Army bomb disposal experts attended the scene and carried out a controlled explosion. The device has been taken away for further examination.

A number of residents were evacuated from their homes, however they have now returned.

Police are appealing for anyone with information to contact them.

(CD/LM)


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