Explosive device found in Lurgan "dissident attack"

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Wednesday, 5 February 2020 16:03

By Grainne Connolly @grainne555

by Q Radio News

Detectives are investigating after an explosive device was discovered in Lurgan.

It was found in the Silverwood Industrial Estate yesterday evening and is believed to have been planted by dissident republicans.

The device has been made safe and no-one was injured during the incident.

Detective Superintendent Sean Wright says enquiries are ongoing, "The device has been made safe and it is fortunate that no-one has been hurt.

"Police continue to conduct extensive investigations into what is assessed to be a terrorist attack by dissident republicans.

"Police ask for the continued support and patience of the public as we conduct our investigations.”

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