Homes evacuated in overnight Derry security alert following reports of two suspect devices
Galliagh Community Centre has been opened and made available as a respite centre
Police in Derry are currently at the scene of a security alert in the Glenabbey Close and Beraghvale area of the city.
Close to two dozen homes have been evacuated in this area following a report shortly after 12.30am today, Thursday, November 13, there were two suspect devices in the area.
A public safety operation was implemented, and cordons put in place.
Chief Inspector Graeme Craig said: “We understand the level of disruption this has caused to residents - including families and children - who have had to leave their homes during the early hours, and how unsettling this will have been. There has also been an impact on local retailers.
“Please be assured we are working our way through this incident as quickly as we can, however, the safety of the community is our priority.
“While the cordons have been reduced, at this time there is no access to Glenabbey Close. Galliagh Community Centre has been opened and made available as a respite centre.
"We will keep you updated and, in the meantime, we thank everyone impacted for their patience and co-operation."