WATCH: Security alert ends as suspicious object declared "nothing untoward"

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The scene at the security alert near Derryvale Park

By Q Radio News

This security alert in Coalisland has ended. 

A suspicious object was discovered in Derryvale Park this morning but officers have since declared it as nothing untoward.

Inspector Irvine said: "I want to thank the local community for their patience this morning & for their vigilance."

A number of homes in the area were also evacuated, according to the local councillor, Malachy Quinn.

 

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