Homes evacuated as security alert starts in the Balholm Drive and Brompton Park area of north Belfast - motorists asked to avoid area
Police are currently at the scene of a security alert in the Balholm Drive and Brompton Park area of north Belfast this morning, Monday 13th May.
Around twenty homes have been evacuated and police are asking members of the public to avoid the area at this time.
Army technical officers are working close to The Crumlin Star bar on Balholm Drive, where it is understood they are investigating a suspicious object.
Sinn Féin assembly member for north Belfast Gerry Kelly said the alert had caused disruption to residents and the Ardoyne Community Centre had been opened for them.
"I would urge people to avoid the area while this alert continues," he added.
More information when we get it.