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01/03/2012
Man Arrested Over 1975 Bomb Attack
A man has been arrested in connection with a fatal bomb attack on a bar on the Shankill Road over 36 years ago.
Five people were killed and 60 others were injured in the attack at Mountainview Tavern on 5 April 1975.
The 54-year-old is being questioned at Antrim police station.
The investigation was reopened following a review by the Historical Enquiries Team.
(CD/GK)
Five people were killed and 60 others were injured in the attack at Mountainview Tavern on 5 April 1975.
The 54-year-old is being questioned at Antrim police station.
The investigation was reopened following a review by the Historical Enquiries Team.
(CD/GK)
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