Residents return home as Londonderry security alert ends

A security alert in the Currynierin area of Londonderry has ended, following searches sparked by a report a suspicious device had been left in the area.

The security operation began yesterday afternoon in the Tullymore Road area, but police in Derry say nothing untoward was found.

PSNI Inspector O’Donnell said, “Officers attended the scene together with assistance from our Air Support Unit (ASU) and Ammunition Technical Officers (ATO) who conducted enquiries in the area.”

“Thankfully following extensive searches, ATO located nothing untoward, and temporary cordons in the area have now been lifted.”

“Residents have been advised they can also return home after they were evacuated as a precautionary measure.”

“We appreciate that people experienced disruption as this public safety operation was carried out, and we thank residents for their understanding and patience during this time.”