A security alert in the Pinebank area of Craigavon has ended. 

ATO examined two suspicious objects discovered in the area on Sunday morning, May 10, and later declared them both to be viable devices.

They were removed for further examination.

Residents have been allowed to return to their homes and the section of Pinebank that was closed to traffic has re-opened.  

Inspector Adam Ruston said: “We’re grateful to local people for their patience today.

“Families had to leave their homes, having their afternoon disrupted, while we worked to make the area safe.

“Most importantly, it’s fortunate that no-one was physically injured. The consequences of this could have been devastating.

“I am appealing to anyone with information to contact us on 101, quoting reference number 703 of 10/05/20. 

“Information can also be provided to the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111, which is 100% anonymous and gives people the power to speak up and stop crime.”