Man arrested after Dunmurry car bomb attack and New IRA issues threat to witnesses

A man has been arrested following a car bomb attack outside Dunmurry police station on Saturday.

Police said the arrest by the Terrorism Investigation Unit followed searches this morning.

The 66-year-old man was arrested in the Dunmurry area.

Police have said a number of searches are ongoing in both east Belfast and west Belfast.

A spokesperson for the PSNI added: “Please be assured that we will continue, tirelessly, with our efforts to bring those responsible to justice and to protect our local communities.

“Anyone with information is asked to contact us on 101, quoting reference 1682 of 25/04/26.

“I’m also keen to stress that the independent charity Crimestoppers can be contacted with 100% anonymity.”

The arrest comes after the New IRA said it will target the homes of PSNI officers amid its intentions to continue its armed campaign.

Read more: Belfast Telegraph