Detectives continuing to investigate a number of hoax bomb calls have made three arrests.

Detective Inspector Keon said: “Two men, aged 46 and 32, were arrested in east Belfast on Wednesday, 4th February on suspicion of offences including communicating false information causing a bomb hoax, intimidation and drug-related crimes. They were released on bail pending further enquiries.

"Today, Friday 20th February, both of these men have been re-arrested and are assisting officers with their enquiries in custody at present.

"This morning a number of searches were carried out in the Lisburn and Belfast area as part of our investigation. This has resulted in the seizure a quantity of cash and a number of mobile phones and a quantity of suspected controlled drugs.

"An 37-year-old woman has also been arrested on suspicion of a number of drug-related offences and remains in custody at this time.

"An update will follow in due course."