Ulster Unionist MLAs John McCallister and Danny Kennedy have condemned those responsible for planting a viable pipe bomb device at the home of a Press Photographer at Mayobridge near Newry.
South Down representative Mr McCallister said:
“This was a cowardly attack against a family home and I condemn it unreservedly. I would commend the actions of the Police who ensured that the family and their neighbours were evacuated to safety. Their bravery is in contrast to the cowardly actions of those who planted this device in the full knowledge that innocent people, including children could have been killed.”
Newry & Armagh representative Mr Kennedy said:
“I too am shocked at this incident. I know the Press Photographer who was the subject of this attack and it is an absolute disgrace that he and his family should be targeted in this way.
This is an attack on Press Freedom and I would call on anyone who can assist the Police in apprehending whoever is responsible to come forward immediately.”