Man arrested over attempted car bomb attack at Lurgan Police Station released
A 35-year-old man was arrested under the Terrorism Act in connection with an attempted car bomb attack on the police station in March.
A man arrested in connection with an attempted car bomb attack on Lurgan Police Station months ago has been released.
Police said the 35-year-old man was released following questioning and the investigation remains ongoing.
The New IRA claimed responsibility for the incident that saw a pizza delivery driver hijacked in Kilwilkie and forced to drive a pipe bomb to the station on the night of March 30.
The device did not explode but was deemed to be viable, before being made safe and being tested for forensics.
A 47-year-old man has appeared before the courts charged with attempted murder and an attempt to cause an explosion in relation to the incident.
Detectives from the Police Service of Northern Ireland’s (PSNI) Terrorism Investigation Unit announced another arrest on Thursday.
Searches of a number of properties were carried out in the Portadown area and items including electronic devices were seized.
The 35-year-old man was arrested under the Terrorism Act.
A PSNI spokesperson said: “The attack, which put innocent lives at risk, took place on the night of Monday March 30.
“The investigation is continuing, and police have reiterated their appeal for anyone with information to contact them on 101.
“Information can also be shared with the independent charity Crimestoppers, with 100% anonymity, on 0800 555 111 or online at www.crimestoppers-uk.org.”
Three others were arrested in May in connection with the incident.
Barry Anthony Toman, aged 47, with an address at Drumnamoe Avenue in Lurgan, appeared before Craigavon Magistrates’ Court where he was described as a “committed, violent terrorist” as the court was told his DNA could be found on five different parts of the bomb.
Toman was charged with attempted murder, an attempt to cause an explosion, and hijacking by compelling a person to drive a car carrying an improvised explosive device relating to the attack near Lurgan PSNI station.
He was also charged with possession of explosives with intent to endanger life on a date before March 31.
A 39-year-old woman and a 15-year-old boy were also arrested during the investigation.