Ballymena: Items taken away for forensic examination after Moorfields security alert
Police have confirmed a security alert in the Moorfields Road area of Ballymena has now ended.
A number of homes were evacuated during the incident, which began on Friday.
Cordons were put in place, and members of the public, including road users, were advised to avoid the area.
A PSNI spokesperson said: “Police attended an address at around 11.20am on Friday, November 13 to conduct a planned search at a property.
"Following the discovery of a suspicious object, a public safety operation subsequently commenced, with neighbouring residents evacuated from their homes.
"Ammunition Technical Officers (ATO) also attended the scene and the object, along with a number of additional items, was removed for forensic examination.
"We would like to thank those who were evacuated during the public safety operation for their patience. They are now able to return to their homes, with all roads reopened in the area.
"We also want to reassure the local community that there is no ongoing risk to the public.”
Police enquiries are ongoing and anyone with information is asked to call 101, quoting reference number 520 of 13/11/26.
You can also submit a report or information online using the non-emergency reporting form via www.psni.police.uk/makeareport, or contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 or online at www.crimestoppers-uk.org/