Residents flee homes after 'suspect device' found in west Belfast

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A security alert is underway in west Belfast. 

It follows the discovery of a suspicious object in the Devonshire Place area of the city. 

A number of residents have left their homes and arrangements are being made to provide them with suitable accommodation. 

Diversions are in place. 

A PSNI spokesperson said: “Police are currently in attendance at a security alert in the Devonshire Place area of west Belfast following a report a suspect device had been left in the area. 

“Some residents have left their homes as officers work to keep people safe.

“Police are working with the local Council to arrange suitable accommodation to facilitate residents who have left their homes. 

“A number of cordons are in place. Please follow the direction of police at the scene.” 

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