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04/08/2016
Police Renew Appeal After Explosive Device Found In Lisburn
Police have issued a fresh appeal after an explosive device was found in Lisburn.
The device was discovered in the Market Place area just before 2pm on Saturday, 30 July.
A major security operation was launched following the discovery and the immediate area was sealed off. A number of surrounding businesses were also evacuated.
Detective Chief Inspector Alison Rowland said: "We are particularly interested in speaking with the drivers of the following vehicles who we know were in that area on Saturday:
• Grey coloured BMW X3 or X5
• Blue coloured Ford Focus
• Grey coloured Vauxhall Astra
• Silver coloured Suzuki jeep
"Police will continue to proactively police Lisburn to prevent such attacks and would encourage public support to help us keep our community safe."
(CD/JP)
The device was discovered in the Market Place area just before 2pm on Saturday, 30 July.
A major security operation was launched following the discovery and the immediate area was sealed off. A number of surrounding businesses were also evacuated.
Detective Chief Inspector Alison Rowland said: "We are particularly interested in speaking with the drivers of the following vehicles who we know were in that area on Saturday:
• Grey coloured BMW X3 or X5
• Blue coloured Ford Focus
• Grey coloured Vauxhall Astra
• Silver coloured Suzuki jeep
"Police will continue to proactively police Lisburn to prevent such attacks and would encourage public support to help us keep our community safe."
(CD/JP)
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