28/07/2016

Unexploded Bomb Found In Kildare Garden

An unexploded bomb has been uncovered in the front garden of a home in Kildare.

It is understood the homeowner immediately contacted Gardaí after discovering the device at about 3.30pm on Wednesday.

Gardaí alerted the Army bomb disposal unit to examine the find. A number of residents in the immediate area were evacuated as a precaution.

According to reports the bomb is approximately 18 pounds and of English origin.

Investigations are continuing.

(MH/LM)

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