Security alert over after controlled explosion carried out suspect device in Dervock
A security alert in Dervock has now ended after a controlled explosion was carried out on a suspect device.
Police cordons were put in place and a homes evacuated during the incident in the Greystone Crescent area of the village on Friday (October 30).
It followed a report around 4.50pm that a suspicious-looking object had been left on the front windowsill of a house.
In an update on Saturday, Inspector Hamilton said: “Attending officers noted that this was a potential explosive device. As a result, a number of local residents were evacuated and cordons put in place to allow a more thorough examination of the items to be carried out.
“Ammunition Technical Officers attended the scene, working alongside police officers. The device was deemed to be non-viable, and a controlled explosion was carried out, before residents were allowed to return to their homes shortly before 10.30pm.
“All cordons have now been lifted from the area. We understand the disruption caused as this public safety operation was carried out, and we thank the local community for their patience.
“Our enquiries are ongoing, and we would appeal to anyone with any information to contact us on 101, quoting reference number 1169 of 30/10/26.”