Police received a report of the loud explosion early on Friday morning
Police have said the occupants of a home in which a pipe bomb exploded at their front door were "very lucky to escape injury".Police received a report of a loud explosion and the device has been taken away for examination.PSNI Detective Sergeant Alexander said: “It is believed at this time that a device in the form of a pipe bomb was left at the front door of the house around midnight which subsequently exploded causing substantial damage to the door.
“The device was taken away for further examination. One male wearing all black clothing is believed to be involved and may have left the area along Benmore Drive toward Mount Aboo Park following the incident. "Enquiries are continuing and we would appeal to anyone who saw any persons or vehicles acting suspiciously in the area, or who may have CCTV or dashcam footage to contact detectives on 101, quoting reference number 12 of 22/07/22.
“Alternatively, information can be provided to the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 which is 100% anonymous and gives people the power to speak up and stop crime." For all the latest news, visit the Belfast Live homepage here. To sign up to our FREE newsletters, see here.
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