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06 Sept 2025

Man arrested in Derry by police investigating activities of New IRA

49-year-old being questioned at Serious Crime Suite at Musgrave Police Station

PSNI

A 49-years-old man was arrested in Derry this morning as part of a police investigation into the activities of the New IRA.

The man was detained during a search and arrest operation by officers from the PSNI's Terrorism Investigation Unit, supported by policing colleagues in Derry City And Strabane District.
Detective Inspector Clara Heaton said: "This arrest is a continued demonstration of our commitment to use all tools at our disposal to reduce the threat posed by violent dissident republicans and I would encourage anyone with information in relation to the New IRA to contact police."

The man was taken to the Serious Crime Suite at Musgrave Police Station in Belfast for questioning.

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