Scene where suspicious device was found near car in Drogheda deemed safe

A security cordon and traffic diversions are currently in place on Dublin Road, Drogheda following the discovery of a suspicious device near a parked car.

Update - 8.53pm The scene at Dublin Road, Drogheda has now been deemed safe.

The suspect device was recovered and made safe by Army EOD. Both the car and device have been removed for a technical and forensic examination by investigating Gardaí.