25/07/2025
Viable Device Found After Dromore Security Alert
A security alert that caused disruption in the Church Street area of Dromore on Thursday, 24 July, has concluded with police confirming the discovery and removal of a viable suspicious object.
The alert began at approximately 09:30 when police received a report of a suspicious object at a property in the area. A public safety operation was immediately commenced, leading to the establishment of cordons. Ammunition Technical Officers attended the scene to examine the object.
Detective Inspector Keon stated: "The object, which has been described as viable, has been removed for further forensic examinations. A number of cordons in the area, which were in place, have been lifted."
Enquiries are continuing to establish the circumstances surrounding the incident and to determine a motive. Detectives are appealing to anyone who may have witnessed the incident, or who has CCTV or other footage that could assist the investigation, to come forward.
Anyone with information is asked to contact police on 101, quoting reference number 331 24/07/25. Reports can also be submitted online via www.psni.police.uk/makeareport or anonymously through Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 or www.crimestoppers-uk.org.
The alert began at approximately 09:30 when police received a report of a suspicious object at a property in the area. A public safety operation was immediately commenced, leading to the establishment of cordons. Ammunition Technical Officers attended the scene to examine the object.
Enquiries are continuing to establish the circumstances surrounding the incident and to determine a motive. Detectives are appealing to anyone who may have witnessed the incident, or who has CCTV or other footage that could assist the investigation, to come forward.
Anyone with information is asked to contact police on 101, quoting reference number 331 24/07/25. Reports can also be submitted online via www.psni.police.uk/makeareport or anonymously through Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 or www.crimestoppers-uk.org.
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