Two due in court in connection with firearms and explosives find in North West

The charges are in connection with an ongoing terrorism investigation

PSNI
Author: Chloe StjohnPublished 12th Sep 2023
Last updated 12th Sep 2023

Two people have been charged in connection with a firearms and explosives find last week.

The charges are in connection with an ongoing terrorism investigation following last week’s searches in Derry/Londonderry.

A PSNI statement said, “A 26-year-old woman and a 48-year-old man have both been charged with offences for possession of firearms and explosives.”

“They are both due to appear before Londonderry Magistrates’ Court on Tuesday morning, 12th September.”

“As is usual procedure, all charges will be reviewed by the Public Prosecution Service.”

“Meanwhile, two men aged 22 and 41, have both been released from police custody and a report will be forwarded to the Public Prosecution Service in due course.”

“A 43-year-old man remains in custody at this time while enquiries are continuing.”

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