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Those behind ongoing security alert described as "not in their right mind"

Jan 20, 2021 07:25 By News Northern Sound
Those behind ongoing security alert described as "not in their right mind"
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The North's First Minister has condemned those responsible for a security alert in the border area of Fermanagh saying they're "not in their

The North's First Minister has condemned those responsible for a security alert in the border area of Fermanagh saying they're "not in their right mind".

The N54 Cavan to Clones road remains closed this morning after claims the Continuity IRA planted an explosive device in the Wattlebridge area.

It's a week since the group claims it left the landmine and it has since said it shot at a Police helicopter carrying out inspections.

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However, the PSNI says no Police helicopter was flying in the area and if there is any truth to the group's claims then it was a civilian helicopter that was flying through the area at the time that was fired upon.

First Minister and local MLA Arlene Foster has condemned those responsible, saying they "mindlessly cling to the days of bombing and shooting".

She says communities on both sides of the border need to bring information to the Police:

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