By Q Radio News
A security alert in the Beatrice Villas area of Bellaghy has now ended.
The suspicious object - which was found shortly before 8.50am this morning - has been declared as a crude but viable device.
It has been taken away for further forensic examinations.
Residents who were evacuated from their homes have now returned and police would like to thank those affected by this alert for their patience.
This security alert has now ended.
— Q Radio News (@qnewsdesk) May 21, 2021
The object - which has been declared as a crude but viable device - has been taken away for further forensic examinations.
Residents who were evacuated from their homes have now returned. https://t.co/H4HcEV5hi6
Bus driver dies at scene of crash involving school children
Jury sworn in at Natalie McNally murder trial
‘Absolute relief’ for Chloe Mitchell’s family as trial to go ahead next month
Search operation under way after reports of man going overboard from ferry
Sentencing Bill, including Charlotte’s Law, to be introduced shortly: Naomi Long