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A viable pipe bomb has been found following a security alert in Co Armagh.
Two men have been arrested after a car was brought to a halt in Keady on Wednesday.
Two men aged 22 and 37 are in custody this evening after a pipe bomb found in Keady early on Wednesday, 22nd October, was found to be viable. Thanks to everyone in the local community for their patience while this safety operation was carried out. More: https://t.co/3tllBEsBGI pic.twitter.com/hsqZuTq210
— Police Armagh, Banbridge and Craigavon (@PSNIABC) October 22, 2025
Detective Inspector Danielle Moffett said: “The viable pipe bomb was located by police in the rear of a car which had made off from officers in Lurgan early this morning, Wednesday 22nd October.
“At around 1.15am a white Toyota Land Cruiser was noted in the Lough Road area and checks of police systems revealed the vehicle had no insurance.
“When signalled to stop by police, the vehicle made off.
“An authorised pursuit was commenced and the car was subsequently stopped with the deployment of a stinger device in Keady, after travelling a considerable distance at speed.”
The occupants of the vehicle, two men aged 22 and 37, were arrested and a search of the car revealed the pipe bomb device.
It was examined by police and Ammunition Technical Officers and has been made safe.
Ms Moffett added: “All roads in the area have now reopened and the arrested men remain in police custody.
“Our investigation is ongoing, and we would appeal to anyone with information to contact us on 101, quoting reference 67 22/10/25. You can also report online at www.psni.police.uk/makeareport.
“Alternatively, information can be provided to Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 or online at www.crimestoppers-uk.org.”
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