Premises evacuated as suspicious object triggers Newtownabbey security alert

Police are at the scene of a security alert in the Trench Road area of Newtownabbey after the discovery of a suspicious object.

The road has been closed and a number of nearby businesses have been evacuated as a precaution.

The PSNI is advising members of the public, including motorists, to avoid the area.

Police added that a further update will be provided in due course.

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