Man, woman arrested in Derry on suspicion of firearms offences

Police say they received a report of suspected firearms at an address at Waterloo Street shortly before 5am on Monday morning.

Chief Inspector Jonny Hunter said officers responded and, as a precaution, ATO was called to examine the items which were taken away for further examination

“As a result of this, Waterloo Street was closed for a time, however, it has since re-opened,” he said.

“A man, aged 24, and a woman, aged 28, have been arrested on suspicion of firearms offences and they both remain in custody at this time.”