Londonderry: houses evacuated in security alert
Police were called to the scene after reports of two suspect devices
Last updated 13th Nov 2025
Residents had to leave their homes early today (Thursday) in Derry after reports of two suspect devices left in the area.
A security alert is currently under way in the Glenabbey Close and Beraghvale area of the city.
Police said around two dozen homes were evacuated in the early hours of this morning while a "public safety operation was implemented and cordons were put in place."
A public safety operation was implemented, and cordons put in place.
Chief Inspector Graeme Craig said: “We understand the level of disruption this has caused to residents - including families and children - who have had to leave their homes during the early hours, and how unsettling this will have been.
"There has also been an impact on local retailers.
“Please be assured we are working our way through this incident as quickly as we can, however, the safety of the community is our priority.
“While the cordons have been reduced, at this time there is no access to Glenabbey Close. Galliagh Community Centre has been opened and made available as a respite centre.
"We will keep you updated and, in the meantime, we thank everyone impacted for their patience and co-operation."