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03/11/2020
Firearm Found During West Belfast Security Alert
A firearm and rounds of ammunition have been discovered during a security alert in west Belfast.
Suspicious objects were found in an alleyway in the Spingfield Road area on Monday, 02 November.
A local medical centre was evacuated during the alert.
The items have been taken away for further examination.
An investigation has been launched and anyone with information is asked to contact the police on 101.
Suspicious objects were found in an alleyway in the Spingfield Road area on Monday, 02 November.
A local medical centre was evacuated during the alert.
The items have been taken away for further examination.
An investigation has been launched and anyone with information is asked to contact the police on 101.
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