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More than 20 homes evacuated in security alert

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More than 20 homes have been evacuated during an overnight security alert in Galliagh in Londonderry.

The alert in Glenabbey Close and Beraghvale began about 00:30 GMT on Thursday after two suspect devices were reported in the area.

Police said a public safety operation was implemented and a number of cordons put in place.

“Please be assured we are working our way through this incident as quickly as we can, however, the safety of the community is our priority,” PSNI Ch Insp Graeme Craig said.

Cordons have been reduced overnight, police said, but Glenabbey Close remains closed.

Galliagh community centre has been opened for people who have been asked to leave their homes.

“We understand the level of disruption this has caused to residents – including families and children – who have had to leave their homes during the early hours, and how unsettling this will have been,” Ch Insp Craig added.


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