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11/05/2018
'Crude But Viable Device' Recovered Following Moygashel Security Alert
Police have recovered a "crude but viable device" following a security alert in the Moygashel area of Co Tyrone.
A number of residents were evacuated from their homes following reports a suspicious object had been left in the area at around 10.15am on Thursday, 10 May.
Detective Inspector Mulholland said: "The object was examined by ATO who have declared it to be a crude but viable device that has now been made safe and taken away for further examination.
"Police would like to thank the local community for their patience and cooperation during the operating."
Anyone with information that can assist with the police investigation are asked to call 101 quoting reference 346 11/05/18 of Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
(LM/MH)
A number of residents were evacuated from their homes following reports a suspicious object had been left in the area at around 10.15am on Thursday, 10 May.
Detective Inspector Mulholland said: "The object was examined by ATO who have declared it to be a crude but viable device that has now been made safe and taken away for further examination.
"Police would like to thank the local community for their patience and cooperation during the operating."
Anyone with information that can assist with the police investigation are asked to call 101 quoting reference 346 11/05/18 of Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
(LM/MH)
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