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27/06/2011
Louth Raid Uncovers Bomb Components
A Gardai investigation in County Louth on Saturday has uncovered bomb components thought to be planned for a device in Northern Ireland.
A controlled explosion was carried out in Hackballscross.
Homemade explosives made from a mixture of fertiliser, sugar and ammonium nitrate were found in a farm house and shed. 120kg of pure ammonium nitrate was also found.
The significant discovery is said to be linked to the dissident group Oglaigh na hEireann.
Two men in their fifties have been arrested.
(BMcN)
A controlled explosion was carried out in Hackballscross.
Homemade explosives made from a mixture of fertiliser, sugar and ammonium nitrate were found in a farm house and shed. 120kg of pure ammonium nitrate was also found.
The significant discovery is said to be linked to the dissident group Oglaigh na hEireann.
Two men in their fifties have been arrested.
(BMcN)
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