Explosive device found in car outside police station near Belfast
Explosive device found in car outside police station near Belfast
Homes evacuated and a large cordon in place in Dunmurry after an explosive device in a car outside a PSNI facility, as investigators probe the motive.
An explosive device found in a car outside a police station in Dunmurry prompted a major security operation in the outskirts of Belfast early on Sunday. Police say the device was believed to be intended to kill officers, and a cordon was quickly established as bomb disposal teams arrived at the scene. Homes in the area were evacuated as officers worked to secure the perimeter and assess the threat.
The incident, which unfolded in the late hours of Saturday, forced nearby residents and motorists to reroute and avoid the area while investigators collected evidence and examined the vehicle for further devices. The PSNI facility in Dunmurry remained closed for safety checks, and local authorities urged people to stay away from the area until it was declared safe.
Detectives are reviewing CCTV footage and interviewing witnesses to establish a motive and identify those responsible. There have been no reported injuries at this stage, and the extent of any damage to property has not been disclosed. Officials said the security operation would continue as more details emerged.
Residents described a tense scene as sirens and the hum of bomb disposal equipment filled the night. While the immediate danger appears to be under control, the episode has renewed concerns about security in the area and the safety of officers serving in the region. Police say updates will follow as the investigation progresses and more information becomes available.
