Homes evacuated in west Belfast security alert

Police in West Belfast have recovered a suspected firearm following a police operation at Vere Foster Walk today.

The firearm was discovered in a bin in the area and has now been taken away for further examination.

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Vere Foster Walk in west Belfast

Homes were evacuated during the security operation.

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