Teenager arrested after four viable devices found in security alert
A 16-year-old boy has been arrested under the Terrorism Act following the discovery of four viable explosive devices at a property in Omagh, County Tyrone. Police are currently investigating the motive behind the incident and have urged the public to avoid speculation.
Why it matters
The discovery of viable explosive devices poses a significant public safety threat and triggers high-level security investigations.
Image source, Jack McCausland Image caption, Police were at the scene of the alert in Gardenville Avenue in Omagh
A 16-year-old boy has been arrested under the Terrorism Act after a security alert in Omagh, County Tyrone.
Police carried out a planned search on Monday at an address in the Gardenville Avenue.
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