Omagh pays tribute to Madrid terrorist victims

The people of Omagh have paid a tribute to the victims of the March 11 terrorist attacks in Madrid.

Omagh pays tribute to Madrid terrorist victims

The people of Omagh have paid a tribute to the victims of the March 11 terrorist attacks in Madrid.

A delegation, led by the chairman of Omagh town council, travelled to the Spanish capital to present a piece of art as a symbol of solidarity.

In August 1998, 29 people were killed by a Real IRA bomb attack in the town.

The piece of art is made from dried petals that had been sent to Omagh from around the world after the atrocity.

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