31/10/2019

Woman In L'Derry Arrested Under Terrorism Act

A woman has been arrested in L'Derry under the terrorism act.

The 63-year-old was detained in the Creggan area today, Thursday 31 October.

Police said detectives made the arrest while "investigating terrorist activity earlier today".

The suspect has been taken to Musgrave Serious Crime Suite where she is being questioned by detectives.



(JG/CM)

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