Overview
- Police discovered a suspected historic munition in Ward Park, Bangor, prompting a security operation and a public warning to avoid the area.
- Officers attended the scene with Ammunition Technical Officers who assessed the device and carried out a controlled explosion at about 8.40pm.
- The item was removed from the site and taken for forensic examination as enquiries continue under a PSNI reference number.
- Cordons have been lifted and police thanked local people for their patience while they worked to ensure public safety.
- The PSNI urged anyone with information to contact 101 or submit a report online, or to contact Crimestoppers anonymously.