Vehicle checkpoints are to
return to Belfast after a bomb partially exploded in the city centre on Sunday
night.
The number of police patrols
will also increase after the device was left in a vehicle at the Victoria
Square shopping centre car park.
The car’s terrified driver
was forced to transport the 132lb (60kg) of explosives after masked men in
boilersuits hijacked his vehicle in North Belfast on Sunday night.
PSNI chief supt Alan McCrum
said: “We are all aware of the threat that is posed by terrorists.
“Everyone can play a part in
helping to tackle this by remaining vigilant and by reporting any suspicious
activity.”
A US State Department
spokeswoman condemned the recent “cowardly” acts of violence and pledged
continued support for those who are working to build a stronger society, a
vibrant economy and an enduring peace.
“The vast majority of the
people of Northern Ireland are committed to the peace process and to living in
a society free of the violence and hatred of the past,” she said.
“Over the past 15 years, the
people and institutions of Northern Ireland have made great progress toward
peace, stability and prosperity.
“Those intent on violence
will not deny Northern Ireland the opportunity to full-fill these goals.”
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