Suspicious package which sparked Derry security alert 'a hoax device'
A suspicious package which sparked a security operation in Derry on Wednesday turned out to be a hoax hoax device, police have confirmed.
Speaking on Wednesday evening, PSNI Chief Inspector Cherith Craig said: "Ammunition Technical Officers (ATO) examined the package, which was reported to us at around 10.15am. We can now confirm this was a hoax device.
"As we continue with our enquiries, I want to thank the public and, in particular, the local school community for their understanding and co-operation as we worked our way through this incident today.
"We know the public safety operation caused disruption and inconvenience, in particular for Ebrington Primary School and Nursery who, as a precaution, made the decision to close for the day.
"Please be reassured when these type of incidents are reported to us, we have a duty to investigate thoroughly and do all we can as public safety is of paramount importance."
No homes were evacuated and no roads were closed during the operation, and a cordon in the area of Heron Way with Nelson Drive was later lifted.
Anyone with information is asked to call 101, and quote 414 of 28/05/25.