Belfast man, 35, charged with explosives and firearms offences
A 35‑year‑old Belfast man faces two counts of possessing explosives and a firearms charge after police searches in north Belfast.
At a glance
- A 35‑year‑old man was charged under the Explosives Act and Firearms Order following police searches in north Belfast.
- He faces two counts of possessing explosives under suspicious circumstances and a charge of possessing a prohibited weapon that discharges electricity or noxious gas.
- The man is scheduled to appear before Belfast magistrates court on Monday, and police have lifted cordons after evacuating residents as a precaution.
**A 35‑year‑old Belfast man has been charged with two counts of possessing explosives under suspicious circumstances and a firearms offence after police searched properties in north Belfast on Friday and Saturday.**
Police searches and evidence Officers carried out raids at addresses on Shankill Road and Edwina Street in north Belfast. During the operation they located and seized a number of suspicious devices, along with other items, for forensic examination. Local residents were evacuated as a precaution while ammunition technical officers assisted with the public safety operation. All cordons have now been lifted and residents have been allowed to return home.
Court appearance The accused is scheduled to appear before Belfast magistrates court on Monday, according to the Police Service of Northern Ireland.
Public appeal DCI McCallum said the investigation continues and appealed for any information that could assist. Members of the public can contact police on 101, quoting reference number 261 30/10/26.
Source: The Guardian World.
Questions and answers
- What offences is the Belfast man charged with?
- He is charged with two counts of possessing explosives under suspicious circumstances and possession of a prohibited weapon that discharges electricity or noxious gas.
- Where did police conduct searches?
- Searches were carried out at properties on Shankill Road and Edwina Street in north Belfast on Friday and Saturday.
- What is the reference number for reporting information?
- Anyone with information can contact police on 101, quoting reference number 261 30/10/26.
Original reporting: The Guardian World (theguardian.com)
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