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28/06/2018
Suspicious Object Discovered In East Belfast
A security alert is ongoing in east Belfast.
The alert began when a suspicious object was discovered in Madrid Street at about 7am today, 28 June.
Homes in the area have been evacuated while Army Bomb Experts carry out an examination.
The street has been closed to traffic and pedestrians.
(MH/LM)
The alert began when a suspicious object was discovered in Madrid Street at about 7am today, 28 June.
Homes in the area have been evacuated while Army Bomb Experts carry out an examination.
The street has been closed to traffic and pedestrians.
(MH/LM)
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