Two bombs detonate in Lambeg sparking security alert

By Hannah Spratt

A security alert in continuing in the Lambeg area of Lisburn after two pipe bombs detonated outside a house there.

The bombs went off outside a property on Mill Street just after quarter past two this morning.

A third device, which failed to explode, was examined by the bomb squad and made safe.

A number of residents have been evacuated from their homes and are taking shelter in the city’s Island Centre.

A cordon is in place and members of the public are being asked to stay away from Mill Street - while enquiries continue.

There are no reports of any injuries at this time.

Mill St in Lambeg area of Lisburn closed and number of homes evacuated following discovery of suspicious object and reports of loud bangs in the area. No reports of any injuries at this time and people area asked to avoid area as examination of object is carried out.

— PSNI (@PoliceServiceNI) February 27, 2018

Chief Inspector David Nixon said: “Thankfully no one was injured however the blasts caused damage to the front of the house and it appears as though a car parked outside the property was also tampered with and damaged.

 

Anyone with information should contact police on 101, quoting reference number 86 27/02/18. “

 

Alternatively, information can also be provided to the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 which is 100% anonymous and gives people the power to speak up and stop crime.