Attempted Bomb Attack at Dunmurry Police Station Condemned by Deputy Chief Constable Bobby Singleton

Overview of the Dunmurry Police Station Attack

A serious security incident in west Belfast has been condemned following an attempted bomb attack outside Dunmurry police station.

Bobby Singleton, Deputy Chief Constable of the Police Service of Northern Ireland, confirmed that a delivery driver’s car was hijacked shortly before 10.50pm on Saturday, 25 April in the Twinbrook area.

The vehicle was reportedly fitted with a gas cylinder device and forced to drive to the station.

Device Explodes After Emergency Evacuation

Police officers immediately activated security protocols when the vehicle was abandoned outside the station.

Despite the danger, officers acted quickly to evacuate nearby homes.

• Residents, including two babies, were moved to safety
• Officers placed themselves directly in harm’s way
• The device exploded moments after evacuation

The explosion engulfed the vehicle in flames and sent debris across the area.

Remarkably, no injuries were reported.

“Reckless and Unpredictable” Attack

Deputy Chief Constable Singleton described the device as lacking sophistication but highly dangerous due to its unpredictability.

He said the outcome could have been far worse and credited officers for preventing serious harm.

“Thanks to the swift actions of police, no one has been injured, which is nothing short of miraculous.”

Community Impact and Ongoing Investigation

The Dunmurry police station attack has left several residents temporarily displaced, while the delivery driver involved is believed to be traumatised by the ordeal.

Police have now launched an attempted murder investigation led by the Terrorism Investigation Unit.

Authorities are appealing for information:

• Witnesses who saw the hijacked vehicle in Twinbrook before 11pm
• Anyone with CCTV or dashcam footage
• Individuals with knowledge of those responsible

You can report information directly via the official PSNI channels:

•  https://www.psni.police.uk/report)

Strong Message from PSNI

The PSNI has reaffirmed its commitment to public safety and community protection.

Singleton stated that such attacks will not deter police efforts or undermine societal progress in Northern Ireland.