18 Nov 2022 | 01:41 PM UTC
UK: Police operation in Strabane Nov. 18 following bomb attack late Nov. 17
Police continue investigation into Nov. 17 bomb attack in Strabane, UK, Nov. 18. Increased security, localized disruptions reported.
Event
Police are continuing their investigation Nov. 18 into a bomb attack targeting a police vehicle in Strabane, Nov. 17. The Mount Carmel Heights area remains cordoned off and vehicle and pedestrian access restricted. According to reports, a police vehicle was struck with an improvised explosive device in the Mount Carmel Heights area around 23:00 Nov. 17; no injuries were reported.
Heightened security and localized transport disruptions are likely in the coming hours as security response and investigations continue.
Strabane is located around 22 km (14 miles) southwest of Londonderry.
Advice
Avoid the area as a precaution. Plan for localized transport disruptions. Comply with directives of authorities.
