Detectives investigating a reported shooting incident in the Coalisland area last week, have conducted a number of searches and uncovered a number of suspected firearms and imitation firearms.
Detective Inspector Ryan said: On Wednesday 30th October, a man aged in his 40s had attended hospital with a suspected gunshot wound to his arm. Yesterday, Tuesday 5th November, we arrested a 34-year-old man and a 43-year-old woman and they both remain in police custody at this time.
"Detectives have been carrying out numerous searches in the area yesterday and today, and located a number suspected firearms. They have been seized and will be sent for further testing.
"We would like to thank the community for their patience over the last couple of days.
"Our enquiries are ongoing and we would continue appeal for anyone with information in relation to this incident to contact us on 101, quoting reference number 1369 of 30/10/24.”
You can also submit a report online using the non-emergency reporting form via http://www.psni.police.uk/makeareport/.
Information can be given anonymously through the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
