Residents were evacuated from homes in north Belfast early Friday following a security alert in the Rosapenna Parade area. The Police Service of Northern Ireland (PSNI) has cordoned off the scene and implemented road closures, causing significant traffic disruption on Cliftonville Road.
Incident Details
The alert began after a property search in the early hours of Friday. Police have swarmed the area, and the nature of the incident remains unclear. Authorities have urged residents to avoid the vicinity and expect ongoing disruption.
According to a PSNI spokesperson, residents were evacuated as a precaution. The spokesperson said: "We are dealing with a security alert in north Belfast. Residents have been evacuated, and cordons are in place. We ask the public to avoid the area."
Traffic and Public Impact
The PSNI warned of "significant traffic disruption to the Cliftonville Road area" due to the road closures. Motorists are advised to seek alternative routes. The alert is ongoing, and further updates are expected.
This is a developing story. More information will be provided as it becomes available.
