Police are appealing for information following the discovery of a sawn-off shotgun in a Co Antrim woodland.
The firearm and number of cartridges were discovered in a woodland outside Dervock on Wednesday afternoon.
Officers say they believe the item may have been under the control of the North Antrim UDA.
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PSNI Detective Inspector Ray Phelan said: “The item, which has been examined by Ammunition Technical Officers, is a sawed-off shotgun. It, along with the cartridges, will be subject to further forensic examination.
“Meanwhile, an extensive search of the woodland has taken place.”
DI Phelan continued: “Officers from the Paramilitary Crime Task Force are carrying out enquiries, and one line of enquiry is that the weapon may have been under the control of the North Antrim UDA.
“I am appealing to anyone with information, no matter how insignificant it may seem, to please get in touch.
“The woodland, which is just outside Dervock, is accessible by the Conogher Road. I’m particularly keen to hear from anyone who noticed any suspicious activity in this area.
“Please contact our officers on 101, quoting reference number 1056 of 26/04/2023. Information can also be provided to Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 or online at www.crimestoppers-uk.org.”
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