‘Pipe bombs’ in Co Antrim found to be fireworks

Suspicious objects discovered in north Antrim sparking a security alert have been declared “fireworks” by the PSNI.
By Mark Rainey
Published 31st Jan 2021, 10:46 BST
Updated 31st Jan 2021, 16:23 BST
Bomb alerts in Ballymoney. Photo: Stephen Davison/Pacemaker PressBomb alerts in Ballymoney. Photo: Stephen Davison/Pacemaker Press
Bomb alerts in Ballymoney. Photo: Stephen Davison/Pacemaker Press

The discovery led to the closure of three roads near Ballymoney on Sunday morning.

Around 10.15am, the PSNI said officers had closed the Glenstall Road near Bendooragh and the Balnamore Road as part of the security operation.

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The Bann Road between Agivey and Bendooragh had been closed earlier in the morning.

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However, on Sunday afternoon police said the roads were now reopened

A PSNI spokesperson said: “A number of roads in the area were closed as police and ATO examined three suspicious objects which were discovered in the area on Sunday. Two of the objects were found to be fireworks and the third object was nothing untoward.

“All roads have now re-opened and officers would like to thank residents and road users in the area for their patience whilst they worked to ensure their safety.”

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The spokesperson added: “An investigation is ongoing and anyone with information is asked to call detectives in Coleraine on the non-emergency number 101 quoting reference number 430 31/01/21, or to submit a report online using the non-emergency reporting form via www.psni.police.uk/makeareport, or via Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 or online at www.crimestoppers-uk.org.