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Martin McCullough

Glentaisie Park security alert forces residents to evacuate as suspicious object examined

Residents were forced from their homes on Wednesday night in a security alert in Co Antrim.

Homes have been evacuated in Glentaisie Park, Portrush, while a suspicious object is being examined.

Diversions have also been put in place and motorists have been advised to avoid the area and seek alternative routes.

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A statement from the PSNI on Wednesday night said: "Police are currently in attendance at a security alert in the Glentaisie Park area of Portrush.

"A number of homes have been evacuated while police examine a suspicious object.

"Motorists and pedestrians are advised that cordons are currently in place and are asked to avoid the area at present.

"A further update will be provided in due course."

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