Detectives from the PSNI’s Terrorism Investigation Unit (TIU), investigating the activities of the New IRA, have recovered a suspected firearm in the wider Strabane area today, Monday, November 25.
During a search outside Strabane town, the suspected firearm was located.
Enquiries continue, and the suspected firearm will now be the subject of forensic testing.
Detectives are appealing to anyone who has information to get in touch.
Police are grateful for the support of local communities and encourage anyone with information, or concerns, to contact 101 or report online via www.psni.police.uk/makeareport
Alternatively, information can be provided to Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 or online at www.crimestoppers-uk.org