The security alert in north Belfast has ended.

Chief Inspector Pete Cunningham said: “Police attended an address in the Victoria Parade area shortly after 11.30am on Friday 22nd August and discovered a suspicious device at a property.

“Officers attended the scene and quickly moved to put a safety operation in place. Roads were closed and a number of nearby houses were evacuated while the operation was ongoing but they have since been able to return and roads have re-opened.

“Ammunition Technical Officers attended and conducted examinations and controlled explosions on multiple objects located throughout the property. The items, which included suspected explosive devices and firearms, have been removed from the property and will be sent for further forensic examination.

“A man in his 30s has been arrested on suspicion of a number of offences in relation to the investigation and he remains in custody at this time.

“This was an extremely distressing experience for residents, who had to deal with the huge disruption to their community alongside the discomfort and inconvenience of being put out of their homes. I would like to thank everyone affected for their patience while we worked to make the area safe.

“Our enquiries into this incident are ongoing and I would appeal to anyone with any information to contact police on 101, quoting reference number 513 22/08/25.”

You can also submit a report or information online using the non-emergency reporting form via www.psni.police.uk/makeareport/ or contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 or online at www.crimestoppers-uk.org/