'Viable' historic munitions found in shed triggered security alert in Randalstown

Just before 4.30pm, police received a report that suspected historic munitions had been found in a shed outside a house in the Portglenone Road area.

Road closures were put in place and the homeowner was evacuated.

In an incident update, the PSNI added: “Ammunition Technical Officers attended the scene and examined the ordnance, declaring it to be viable.

"It was removed from the area for destruction and road closures have now been lifted. We thank the local community for their patience.”