Device at centre of Londonderry alert was viable, police say
Last updated 26th Oct 2025
Police say an object at the centre of a security alert in Londonderry posed a serious risk to the community.
It was found shortly after half past five on Saturday evening in Derry's Campion Court area.
It was a viable device, but was made safe before being taken away for further examination.
The PSNI said it is grateful the device did not detonate before it was found.
A PSNI spokesperson said: “We would ask that the public be vigilant to any suspicious items or behaviour in their area, and report any concerns to us immediately.
"Officers will continue to maintain a presence in the area today as we conduct further enquiries.
“We would appeal to anyone with any information in relation to the incident to contact police on 101, quoting reference number 1161 25/10/25.
"Information can also be provided to Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 or online at www.crimestoppers-uk.org.”
Meanwhile elsewhere on Sunday, police were dealing with a separate security alert in Craigavon.
It was in the Meadowbrook area.