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Third man arrested following Strabane searches

DETECTIVES carrying out an investigation into a paramilitary-style attack in 2019 and criminality linked to violent dissident republican activity have made a further arrest.

Searches were carried out yesterday (Thursday 3 February) in the Strabane and surrounding area.  Two men arrested, both aged 34, remain in custody at this time.

A third man, aged 52, was arrested last night in Belfast.  He is currently in custody assisting with ongoing enquiries.

A 28-year-old woman arrested in Merseyside, by officers from Counter Terrorism Policing North West and Merseyside Police, also remains in custody.

 

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