Detectives from the Police Service of Northern Ireland's Serious Crime Branch have arrested a 62-year-old man following a search operation in the Poyntzpass area today, Tuesday 3 February.

The arrest is the third to be made in connection with an ongoing investigation into reports of threats directed at elected representatives in the Newry, Mourne and Down districts. The suspect was detained under the Terrorism Act and is currently being held in police custody to assist officers with their enquiries. Detective Chief Inspector Fenton commented on the operation: "The man, aged 62, was arrested under the Terrorism Act and he remains in police custody at this time, assisting with our enquiries.

"The man is the third to be arrested as part of our investigation into reports of threats made to elected representatives in Newry, Mourne and Down.

"Officers from both PSNI Serious Crime Branch and Local Policing in Newry, Mourne and Down are continuing to co-ordinate their efforts and work together to fully investigate threats directed towards our elected representatives, hold those responsible to account, and keep our community safe."

The investigation remains active as police and specialist units continue their efforts to address the threats and ensure the safety of the local community and its representatives.