Weapons seized in search for crucifixion gang

POLICE hunting members of a loyalist gang who nailed a Catholic man to a post on the outskirts of south Belfast have seized weapons after a search of homes.

Officers searched five homes and a derelict flat in the loyalist Seymour Hill estate near the spot where 23-year-old Harry McCartan was beaten savagely and crucified.

Bats, knives, clothing, a computer and documents were taken for examination last night.