Viable explosive device made safe in Tuam

The Army Bomb Disposal Unit has made safe a viable explosive device that was found in Tuam, County Galway this morning. Locals raised the alarm shortly before 3am, and Gardai evacuated nearby homes afterward.

Officers are appealing to any witnesses, particularly those with camera footage, of Millstream Park or Weir Road, to contact them. The device has now been removed by members of the Defence Forces for further examination.