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A security alert is underway in the Tarragon Park area of Antrim.
It follows the discovery of a suspicious this morning.
Some residents have been evacuated to a local community centre.
A PSNI statement said, "Tarragon Park in Antrim is closed at the junction of Fennel Road and Cunningham Way following a report of a suspicious object discovered in the area this morning (Friday 3rd January)."
"A number of homes have been evacuated, with residents using a local community centre during this time."
"Motorists are advised to avoid the area and seek alternative main routes for their journey."
"There are no further details at this stage."
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