26/10/2006

Man arrested over bomb discovery

Police have arrested a 30-year-old man in connection with the discovery of a nail bomb in Londonderry.

The arrest, which was made in the south Derry area yesterday evening, is believed to be connected to the discovery of an improvised explosive device in the Bellaghy area on July 2 2006.

The man is currently being held for questioning at the serious crime suite in Antrim.

(EF)

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