Three held over attempted murder of police in Strabane

Two women and a man have been taken to Musgrave Serious Crime Suite for questioning.

Thursday 23 March 2023 11:37 GMT

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Two women and a man have been arrested by police investigating the attempted murder of officers in Strabane last year.

The women, aged 25 and 27, and a man aged 51 were arrested in the Co Tyrone town under the Terrorism Act.

They have been taken to Musgrave Serious Crime Suite for questioning.

A property in Strabane was also searched and a number of items were seized.

The investigation continues and police are appealing to anyone with information to contact them on 101.

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Three held over attempted murder of police in Strabane

Two women and a man have been taken to Musgrave Serious Crime Suite for questioning.

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