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16/05/2007
Pipe bomb defused near farming show
A pipe bomb has been defused in south Belfast close to a major farming event which starts today.
Detectives discovered the device in the front garden of a house just yards from the Kings Hall and Balmoral Showgrounds where the Balmoral Show is being staged. Officers were alerted by a telephoned warning on Tuesday evening.
Military explosive experts were called in and defused the bomb that was found under a hedge in Balmoral Avenue. A PSNI spokesperson revealed a number of items were taken away for further examination.
The Balmoral Show is one of the highlights of the Northern Ireland farming calendar.
Around 70,000 people are expected to attend the three-day show, which is organised by the Royal Ulster Agricultural Society.
Among the attractions this year in the Chariots of Fire display team, featuring stunts with ponies and sheep as well as show jumping, dog agility and falconry displays.
(JM/SP)
Detectives discovered the device in the front garden of a house just yards from the Kings Hall and Balmoral Showgrounds where the Balmoral Show is being staged. Officers were alerted by a telephoned warning on Tuesday evening.
Military explosive experts were called in and defused the bomb that was found under a hedge in Balmoral Avenue. A PSNI spokesperson revealed a number of items were taken away for further examination.
The Balmoral Show is one of the highlights of the Northern Ireland farming calendar.
Around 70,000 people are expected to attend the three-day show, which is organised by the Royal Ulster Agricultural Society.
Among the attractions this year in the Chariots of Fire display team, featuring stunts with ponies and sheep as well as show jumping, dog agility and falconry displays.
(JM/SP)
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