POLICE say they investigating a threat to prison officers warning them to “beware (the) IRA” which was daubed on a wall in Derry.
A target sign has also been painted beside the three names on the wall in the Bligh’s Lane area of Creggan.
It is understood the graffiti was painted on the wall in recent days.
A PSNI spokesperson said they were made aware of the graffiti on Wednesday morning and appealed for anyone with information to come forward.
The threat has since been painted over.
Sinn Féin MLA Raymond McCartney said he condemned the graffiti.
“The people behind this have nothing to offer but threats and intimidation.
“The statutory bodies responsible need to be remove the graffiti immediately.”
DUP MLA Gary Middleton said the graffiti is “worrying for prison officers and their families”.
“I know the PSNI has this on top of their agenda. It’s obvious that there are elements within republicanism who want to cause death and harm. It cannot be tolerated.
“We’ve seen the same happen in Tyrone and it’s just not acceptable.”
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