A man has been arrested following a security alert in County Tyrone.

A number of roads had been closed and properties evacuated in Moy after the discovery of a suspicious object on Friday. Residents have since been allowed to return to their homes.

Local GAA side Moy GAC had opened its facilities to those who were asked to leave their homes.

The man, aged in his 30s, was arrested on suspicion of possessing explosives under suspicious circumstances. He remains in custody.

“Ammunition Technical Officers determined that there were a number of viable devices in the property and carried out controlled explosions, before residents were able to return to their homes on Saturday morning,” PSNI Det Sgt Dougherty said.

“This was an extremely distressing experience for residents, and we understand the impact of the disruption faced. We are grateful for their support and cooperation as we worked to keep everyone safe.”

Det Sgt Dougherty said there is “no further risk to the public, but officers remain in the area this morning as part of our ongoing investigation”.

SDLP councillor Karol McQuade said that the incident had caused “huge disruption” for residents in the area.

“I think we find that, every time [this happens], the community rally.”