Police appeal after firearm found in Dungannon

Detectives are appealing for information following the discovery of a firearm in Dungannon.
By Valerie Martin
Published 24th May 2022, 16:50 BST
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The item was found on Monday (May 23) and has now been made safe.

Detective Sergeant Robinson said: “At around 10.15am, police received a report of a firearm having been discovered in the Brantry Road area.

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“The item, believed to be a partially sawn-off shortgun, was made safe by Ammunition Technical Officers before being taken away for further examination.

“Our enquires are continuing and I would appeal to anyone with any information in relation to this matter to contact us using the non-emergency number 101 and quote reference number 575 or 23/05/22.”