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21/02/2023
Search Operations Carried Out In Newtownards
The Paramilitary Crime Task Force (PCTF) have conducted two searches in the Newtownards area on the evening of Monday 20th February.
As part of an investigation into ongoing criminality linked to East Belfast UVF, detectives conducted proactive searches in Newtownards.
A number of electronic devices were recovered and have been seized for examination.
Detective Inspector Maguire said: "The searches and seizures are a demonstration of the PCTF's commitment to tackle all types of organised criminality linked to paramilitaries, in an ongoing effort to rid our communities of the harm these groups cause and of their coercive control.
"Our enquiries are ongoing and we would like to thank the local community for their continued support and will continue to act on the information you provide us.
"I would encourage anyone with information regarding criminal activity to contact us on 101.”
Information can also be provided to Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 or online at www.crimestoppers-uk.org
As part of an investigation into ongoing criminality linked to East Belfast UVF, detectives conducted proactive searches in Newtownards.
A number of electronic devices were recovered and have been seized for examination.
Detective Inspector Maguire said: "The searches and seizures are a demonstration of the PCTF's commitment to tackle all types of organised criminality linked to paramilitaries, in an ongoing effort to rid our communities of the harm these groups cause and of their coercive control.
"Our enquiries are ongoing and we would like to thank the local community for their continued support and will continue to act on the information you provide us.
"I would encourage anyone with information regarding criminal activity to contact us on 101.”
Information can also be provided to Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 or online at www.crimestoppers-uk.org
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