Police are appealing for information after a pipe bomb exploded at a home in Rectory Gardens, Broughshane, on Wednesday night. Three people were inside at the time, but thankfully no injuries were reported.
Detectives are appealing for information after a pipe bomb in Broughshane caused extensive damage to a home in the Rectory Gardens area.
The incident happened at around 11pm on Wednesday 27 May 2026.
Pipe Bomb Explodes At Rectory Gardens Property
According to police, it was reported that two men dressed in dark clothing placed a pipe bomb on the living room window ledge of the property.
Three people were inside the home at the time.
The device exploded, causing extensive damage to the windows and living room of the house. Thankfully, the residents were not injured.
Suspects Left Scene In Dark-Coloured Hatchback
Detective Sergeant Crothers said the two men left the scene in a dark-coloured hatchback car.
The vehicle reportedly made off in the direction of Ballymena.
Police officers and Ammunition Technical Officers attended the scene. Cordons remained in place on Thursday morning while enquiries continued.
Police Appeal For CCTV, Doorbell And Dash-Cam Footage
Police are asking anyone who noticed suspicious activity in the area to come forward.
They are particularly keen to hear from anyone with:
- CCTV footage
- Doorbell camera footage
- Dash-cam footage
- Information about a dark-coloured hatchback car in the area
Anyone who can help should contact police on 101, quoting reference number 1950 27/05/26.
A report can also be submitted online via the PSNI non-emergency reporting form:
https://www.psni.police.uk/makeareport/
Information can be given anonymously to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 or online:
https://crimestoppers-uk.org/
Community Appeal
This was a serious incident that could have had devastating consequences.
Anyone who was in or near Rectory Gardens, Broughshane, late on Wednesday night is urged to check any footage and contact police if they noticed anything suspicious.
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If you have information, contact police on 101 quoting 1950 27/05/26.
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