Man in hospital after suspected explosion inside car in south Belfast

A person is in hospital following a suspected explosion inside a automobile within the Newton Park space of south Belfast, PSNI stated.

The man is receiving therapy for facial accidents, whereas police and Ammunition Technical Officers stay on the scene.

Cordons are in place and a variety of houses have been evacuated. Members of the general public are requested to keep away from the world.

Ballymaconaghy Street, Manse Street and Cairnshill Street have additionally been closed whereas police perform enquiries.

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Anybody with data is requested to name police on 101 quoting reference quantity 2055 19/08/22.

Alternatively, they will contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.

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