Viable historic munition removed after security alert in Randalstown

Thursday 5 November 2026

A security alert in Randalstown has ended after a suspected historic munition discovered in a shed outside a house was examined by ammunition experts and declared viable.

Police were alerted to the discovery in the Portglenone Road area shortly before 4.30pm on Thursday, 5 November.

Road closures were put in place as a precaution, while the homeowner was evacuated from the property.

Munition removed for destruction

Ammunition Technical Officers attended the scene and examined the ordnance, confirming that it was viable.

The munition was subsequently removed from the area for destruction, allowing the security operation to conclude.

Police have confirmed that all road closures have now been lifted.

Thanking residents for their cooperation during the disruption, police said:

“We thank the local community for their patience.”

With the alert over and the roads reopened, the immediate disruption has ended. Police have not provided further details about the type or age of the munition discovered.