Skeoge Road bomb alert in Derry declared elaborate hoax by PSNI and British Army Ammunition Technical Officers

The important link road in the city's northern suburbs was closed for a time last night and this morning but the road has now re-opened.

A suspicious object was found in the area last night, Wednesday, May 12.

Police, along with Ammunition Technical Officers, attended. The object was declared an elaborate hoax, and has been taken away for further examination.

Craigavon Bridge bomb alert in Derry declared elaborate hoax by PSNI and British Army Ammunition Technical Officers

Inspector Michael Swanson said: “I am appealing to anyone with information to contact us on 101, quoting reference 2077 of 12/05/21.

“This was one of two security alerts in the city on Wednesday night. The other – a suspicious object at Craigavon Bridge – was also declared an elaborate hoax. I am keen to thank everyone affected and inconvenienced, in both instances, for their patience as we worked to make the area safe.

Craigavon Bridge and Skeoge Road in Derry closed due to bomb alerts

“I am also asking members of the public to be vigilant. If you should come across any object that looks suspicious, please don’t touch it. Instead, contact us immediately on 999.”

A report can also be made using the online reporting form via www.psni.police.uk/makeareport

Alternatively, information can be provided to Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 or online at www.crimestoppers-uk.org