Security alert in Waterside area of Derry ongoing

A security alert in the Waterside area of Londonderry remains ongoing on Tuesday afternoon police have said.

It follows the report of a suspicious object on the Corrody Road on Monday evening shortly after 7pm.

The road remains closed between its junctions with Strabane Old Road and Kittybane Road and will remain closed overnight.

No homes have been evacuated at this point.

Chief Inspector Michael O 'Loan said: “We know there is disruption to the community as a result of this incident, and we thank all those who are affected for their co-operation and patience as we work to make this scene safe.

"This area is used by local people, including dog walkers, and we ask that until the scene is declared safe, people heed the cordons we have in place in the area.

"I want to reassure the community we’re working through this situation as quickly as we can, and we will keep you updated with any developments.

"Our priority is everyone's safety and we will not take any risks with that."

Pipe-bombs were found in the city after a protracted security alert last month.