Man Charged Following Dunmurry Police Station Attack
A 66-year-old man has been charged with attempted murder in connection with an attack on Dunmurry Police Station that occurred on Saturday.
The individual was arrested on Tuesday, 28 April, in the Dunmurry area under the Terrorism Act. He faces multiple charges including causing an explosion and possession of explosives.
The accused is scheduled to appear before Lisburn Magistrates' Court on Saturday. The Public Prosecution Service will review all charges filed against him.
Details of the Incident
Shortly after 22:50 BST on Saturday, a delivery driver's vehicle was hijacked in the Twinbrook area of west Belfast. The vehicle had been fitted with a gas cylinder device, and the driver was forced to drive it to the police station located on the outskirts of Belfast.
Authorities believe the attack may have been carried out by the dissident republican group known as the New IRA.
The incident occurred in a densely populated area near family homes, where many children were asleep at the time. Several residents, including two babies, were evacuated to safety by police officers prior to the explosion.
Charges Against the Suspect
The full list of charges against the 66-year-old includes attempted murder, possession of explosives with intent to endanger life or cause serious injury to property, and causing an explosion likely to endanger life or cause serious injury to property.
Additionally, he has been charged with possession of articles for use in terrorism and hijacking.
