Doagh Road in Antrim closed after a number of suspicious devices found

Army technical officers are at the scene and a number of homes have been evacuated.

By Amy Croffey Friday 1 Feb 2013, 10:48 AM

Feb 1st 2013, 10:48 AM 2,190 Views No Comments

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File image of the Doagh Road in Ballyclare where a number of suspicious devices were found.

Image: Google Streetview

File image of the Doagh Road in Ballyclare where a number of suspicious devices were found.

Image: Google Streetview

POLICE IN NORTHERN Ireland are currently attending the scene of a security alert on the Doagh Road area of Ballyclare in Co Antrim following the discovery of a number of suspicious devices.

Army technical officers are at the scene and the Chapel and a number of homes have been evacuated.

The Doagh Road has been closed between Ollardale Park and Fairview Farm Road.

There are no further details at present.

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Doagh Road in Antrim closed after a number of suspicious devices found