18/03/2014

'Pipe Bomb' Explodes In Tobermore

The PSNI is investigating after a "pipe bomb type" device exploded in the Castle Park area of Tobermore, L'Derry, in the early hours of this morning (18 March).

Police said a number of rear windows were damaged when the device exploded shortly before 01:00. Two adults and three children were in the house at the time, but were not injured.

It is understood a house in Calmore Park directly behind Castle Park was also damaged in the incident. The occupants were not injured.

Detectives are investigating the circumstances of the incident and are appealing for information.

Anyone who has any information can contact police on 0845 600 8000.

(IT)

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