Carrickfergus: Explosive device found in Northern Irish town

The device was found at Sullatober Square on Monday morning.

A viable explosive device has been discovered in Carrickfergus, police said.

It was found at Sullatober Square on Monday morning.

PSNI officers attended and some residents were evacuated.

A PSNI statement said: "Ammunition Technical Officers were tasked to the scene and the object was examined.

"It was declared as viable and taken away for further examination.

"Police would like to thank the local community for their patience as officers worked to make the area safe."

Reporting by PA

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