Pipe bomb explodes in Derry

Motive for the attack is being investigated

A pipe bomb has exploded in Derry, the PSNI confirmed tonight
A pipe bomb has exploded in Derry, the PSNI confirmed tonight

A pipe bomb has exploded in Derry, police confirmed tonight.

The device went off in the Bond Street area.

A PSNI spokeswoman said army bomb experts had been called to the scene and were preparing a report on the incident.

She said a motive for the attack was being investigated.

Police have also appealed for anyone with information to come forward.

PA

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