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07/09/2009
Security Alert In Ballykinler
A security alert has forced the closure of the Commons Road area in Ballykinler, Co Down.
The area was sealed off following the discovery of a suspicious object by police on Monday morning.
Army technical officers have been informed and is has been reported that a police helicopter is also at the scene.
Members of the public have been advised to avoid the area.
(KMcA/GK)
The area was sealed off following the discovery of a suspicious object by police on Monday morning.
Army technical officers have been informed and is has been reported that a police helicopter is also at the scene.
Members of the public have been advised to avoid the area.
(KMcA/GK)
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