Police release footage as part of pipe bomb investigation

Police investigating a report of a pipe bomb in Newry have released footage of a man they want to identify.

The video, posted on their Newry, Mourne and Down Facebook page, shows a man wearing a cap cycling down a footpath.

The PSNI said they are investigating a report of a pipe bomb in the Monaghan Street area on Sunday and “believe the individual pictured may be able to assist us with our inquiries”.

They have asked the public not to comment on the post, but instead call them on 101 or Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.