Police find viable bomb under officer’s car in Northern Ireland 

Police in Northern Ireland have found a viable bomb under the vehicle of an officer at a rural property just outside Dungiven, Co Londonderry.

A security operation has been ongoing since yesterday on the Ballyquin Road since the discovery of the device. It is believed the officer’s car was parked close to a farm.

PA understands the person targeted is female. The finger of suspicion is likely to be pointed at dissident republicans opposed to be peace process.  

The SDLP’s Cara Hunter condemned those responsible for the attack on the home of the police officer. ‘I fully condemn the attack on the private home of a serving police officer. No one should have to live in fear of going to work,’ she said.

‘Our officers in the PSNI risk their lives every day protecting every community; upholding the rule of law in Northern Ireland.

‘This is an attack on the community, and actions of these people are not welcome in our society. My thoughts are with the officer and their family.’

This is a breaking news story. More to follow.