Cordons lifted as security alert ends in East Belfast
A suspicious object has been declared a hoax
Cordons have been lifted and police have given the all-clear after examining a suspicious object in East Belfast.
The alert in Glenlea Park yesterday led to some families being evacuated.
A PSNI statement said, “A report was received shortly after 3pm, that a suspicious object had been left in the area. Officers attended the scene and cordons were put in place. These have now been lifted.”
“Ammunition Technical Officers (ATO) were called to examine the object which was later declared to be an elaborate hoax. The object was taken from the scene and will be forensically examined.”
“Members of the public affected by this incident are thanked for their patience and understanding as officers worked to ensure their safety.”
“An investigation is underway and anyone with any information which could assist with the investigation is asked to contact officers at Strandtown on 101, quoting reference number 1098 14/09/23.”
“A report can also be submitted online using the non-emergency reporting form via http://www.psni.police.uk/makeareport/ or you can contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 or online at http://crimestoppers-uk.org/.”
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