New IRA Suspected in Belfast Police Station Car Explosion
Police are treating a car bomb outside a police station on the outskirts of Belfast as attempted murder, with the New IRA believed to be responsible. This incident shares significant similarities with a previous attack on Lurgan police station, indicating ongoing “murderous intent and capability” within paramilitary groups. While the device lacked sophistication, its reckless construction resulted in a blaze and debris spread, a situation described as miraculous to have caused no injuries due to the swift actions of police who evacuated nearby homes. Paramilitary groups continue to pose a dangerous threat, highlighting the vital need for vigilance to protect both officers and the wider community.
John Q. Hosedrinker