Northern Ireland

Man charged with possession of explosives after Derry searches

Police said the charges were in connection with an ‘ongoing terrorism investigation’ (PA)
Police said the charges were in connection with an ‘ongoing terrorism investigation’ (PA) Police said the charges were in connection with an ‘ongoing terrorism investigation’ (PA)

A man has been charged with possession of firearms and explosives following last week’s searches in Co Derry.

Police said the charges against the 43-year-old man were in connection with an “ongoing terrorism investigation”.

He is due to appear at Derry Magistrates’ Court on Thursday.

Last week a number of searches were carried out in the Creggan area of Derry, resulting in the seizure of explosive devices, pistols and quantities of ammunition.