A security alert on Limavady Road in the Waterside in Derry has ended after a suspicious package discovered in the area this morning, 28 May, was examined and found to be a hoax device.
Chief Inspector Cherith Craig said: “Ammunition Technical Officers (ATO) examined the package, which was reported to us at around 10.15am.
“We can now confirm this was a hoax device.
“As we continue with our enquiries, I want to thank the public and, in particular, the local school community for their understanding and co-operation as we worked our way through this incident today.
“We know the public safety operation caused disruption and inconvenience, in particular for Ebrington Primary School and Nursery who, as a precaution, made the decision to close for the day.
“Please be reassured when these type of incidents are reported to us, we have a duty to investigate thoroughly and do all we can as public safety is of paramount importance.”
“No homes were evacuated and no roads were closed today. A cordon in the area of Heron Way with Nelson Drive has been lifted.
Police appeal for anyone with information about this incident to call 101, and quote 414 of 28/05/25 or, submit a report online via www.psni.police.uk/makeareport/ or call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111, or make a report online via www.crimestoppers-uk.org/
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