10/05/2021

Two Men Released Over Attempted Murder Of A Police Officer

Two men arrested in connection with the attempted murder of a police officer have been released.

The men, aged 36 and 44, were detained in L'Derry on Friday.

They were questioned over the attempted murder of a part-time officer in Dungiven last month.

The New IRA has claimed responsibility.

The investigation is ongoing.




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