Viable pipe bombs and a timer power unit found in Derry security alert
Police have described the discovery of the viable devices in a residential area as “indiscriminate” which could caused injury to members of the public.
Detective Chief Inspector Andrew Hamlin said: “Following a complex operation yesterday and today, we have removed component parts of an explosive device, a timer power unit, and three pipe-bombs which have been declared viable devices.
“These devices were located in an area of undergrowth in a residential area and have now been safely recovered for examination.
“The manufacture, storage and use of unstable, home-made explosive devices in residential areas indiscriminately puts everyone at risk.
“The fact that these explosive items were left in an area which could have been found by anyone, shows an appalling disregard for the safety of the local community.
“One line of enquiry relates to the manufacture of the timer power unit and its similarity to a device recovered in Dungiven in 2021, which we believe was made by members of the violent dissident republican terrorist group, the New IRA.
“We are mindful of the disruption and impact that security alerts such as this have on the local community. I want to reassure local residents that our actions are focussed on keeping the community safe and protecting them from the threat posed by such violent groups.
Viable pipe bomb devices in Derry security alert
“I would appeal to anyone with information about this incident or any suspicions they have about violent criminal activity to call us on 101 or alternatively, information can be provided to the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 which is 100% anonymous.”
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