Police currently at scene of security alert in Derry

Police currently at scene of security alert in Derryplaceholder image
Police currently at scene of security alert in Derry

Motorists and pedestrians are asked to avoid Skeoge Link Road area at present, and there are a number of cordons currently in place

Police are currently at the scene of a security alert in the Skeoge Link Road, Derry following the discovery of a suspicious object in the area this afternoon (Thursday, August 22).

Motorists and pedestrians are asked to avoid the area at present, and there are a number of cordons currently in place.

Sinn Féin councillor Sandra Duffy has urged people to avoid the Skeoge Road due to disruption from an ongoing security alert.
Sandra Duffy said: “There is an ongoing security alert on the Skeoge Road Link after a suspicious object was found earlier today.
“The road is now closed and there will be significant disruption for drivers on this busy road.
“I would urge people to follow the advice of police and to avoid this area at this time and use alternative routes.“placeholder image
Sinn Féin councillor Sandra Duffy has urged people to avoid the Skeoge Road due to disruption from an ongoing security alert. Sandra Duffy said: “There is an ongoing security alert on the Skeoge Road Link after a suspicious object was found earlier today. “The road is now closed and there will be significant disruption for drivers on this busy road. “I would urge people to follow the advice of police and to avoid this area at this time and use alternative routes.“

ATO unit arrives at Skeoge Road security alert.

Some homes in the area have been evacuated and Skeoge Community hub is open for any residents affected.

A further update will be provided in due course.

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