Security alert in Belfast city centre ends

Andrew Quinn
By Andrew Quinn
Published 27th Jul 2021, 12:34 BST
Updated 27th Jul 2021, 14:22 BST
PSNI canine units pictured at the scene this afternoon.PSNI canine units pictured at the scene this afternoon.
PSNI canine units pictured at the scene this afternoon.
A security alert in Belfast city centre has now ended.

Sergeant Smyth said: “Police conducted searches following a telephone warning that a device had been left in the Castle Street area earlier today (Tuesday July 27).

“Nothing was found during the searches and the incident is being treated as a hoax.

“Cordons have now been lifted, and I am keen to thank all those inconvenienced for their patience as we worked to ensure the area was safe.”