Detectives investigating the attempted murder of Detective Chief Inspector John Caldwell on February 22, have arrested two men this morning (Friday, May 19). Including this morning’s arrests, there have now been 17 arrests made in connection to the ongoing investigation.
A PSNI spokesperson said: "A 28-year-old man was arrested under Section 41 of the Terrorism Act 2000 following the search of a house in the Omagh area.
"Meanwhile, a 70-year-old man was also arrested under Section 41 of the Terrorism Act 2000 following the search of a property in the Dungannon area.
"Both men have been taken to Musgrave Serious Crime Suite for questioning, and remain in custody at this time."
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