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28/03/2018
Three Released Over Historical Child Abuse Allegations
Three people arrested in connection with historical child abuse allegations in Co Down have been released pending further enquiries.
Two men and a woman were detained by police in the Ballynahinch and Killyleagh areas on Tuesday, 27 March.
They were questioned at Antrim Serious Crime Suite and have been released.
(CD/LM)
Two men and a woman were detained by police in the Ballynahinch and Killyleagh areas on Tuesday, 27 March.
They were questioned at Antrim Serious Crime Suite and have been released.
(CD/LM)
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Prison Officer Released On Bail Over Drugs Offences
A prison officer has been released on bail after being arrested over drugs offences. The woman, reported to be 50-years-old, was arrested on suspicion of possessing and supplying Class A and B drugs at Maghaberry Prison. According to reports, it is understood she was detained on Monday, and released pending further enquiries.
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