Security alert at Foyleside Shopping Centre declared a hoax

A security alert at Foyleside Shopping Centre in Londonderry has been declared a hoax.

Police attended the scene following a report of a bomb being placed in the Shopping this afternoon (Tuesday 1st February).

Customers and staff were evacuated and motorists and pedestrians in Derry were advised to avoid the area.

Chief Inspector Clive Beatty said: “This alert has resulted in unnecessary fear and disruption to the community and I would like to thank the public and business community for their co-operation and patience as we worked quickly to ensure the centre was safe to reopen.

"At a time when local businesses and services are trying desperately to get back on track, this type of incident only causes further harm to livelihoods.

I would encourage anyone with information about this hoax to come forward and speak with our detectives.”

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