A number of suspected firearms have been discovered by detectives probing an attempted murder in Coalisland.
A number of searches were carried out in the Co Tyrone town over the last 24 hours and police uncovered a number of suspected firearms and imitation firearms from under a bath tub.
Detective Inspector Ryan said: On Wednesday, October 30, a man aged in his 40s had attended hospital with a suspected gunshot wound to his arm.
“Yesterday, Tuesday, November 5, we arrested a 34-year-old man and a 43-year-old woman and they both remain in police custody at this time.
“Detectives have been carrying out numerous searches in the area yesterday and today, and located a number suspected firearms. They have been seized and will be sent for further testing.
“We would like to thank the community for their patience over the last couple of days.
“Our enquiries are ongoing and we would continue appeal for anyone with information in relation to this incident to contact us on 101, quoting reference number 1369 of 30/10/24.”
You can also submit a report online using the non-emergency reporting form via http://www.psni.police.uk/makeareport/.
Information can be given anonymously through the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
