29/06/2018

Security Alert Ongoing In L'Derry

The Lecky Road in Derry/L'Derry is currently closed due to an ongoing security alert.

The nature of the security alert has not been made clear but the road is closed between Free Derry Corner and Brandywell Road. The Lecky Flyover is also closed from the junction of Charlotte Street.

Motorists have been urged to avoid the area during the alert.

(MH/LM)

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