Dungiven security alert: 'Viable explosive device' found

Bomb discovered under police officer's car in Co Londonderry

Author: Tara MclaughlinPublished 20th Apr 2021
Last updated 20th Apr 2021

A viable explosive device has been found under the vehicle of a member of the PSNI at a rural property just outside Dungiven, Co Londonderry.

A security operation has been ongoing since Monday on the Ballyquin Road since the discovery of the device.

It is understood the target is female.

SDLP MLA Cara Hunter condemned the attack.

"No one should have to live in fear of going to work,'' she said.

"Our officers protect our communities every day and keep them safe. My thoughts are with the officer and their families.''