Suspicious Object in Belfast Turns Out to Be Hoax

0:00On April 3rd, police in West Belfast wrapped up a security alert today after discovering a suspicious object at a peace gate on Workman Avenue turned out to be an elaborate hoax. It started around 11.45 in the morning when reports came in about the black item near the Springfield Road end of the divide, prompting a quick response from officers and bond disposal teams. Residents on the Woodvale side got evacuated as a precaution, with local spots opened up for them, and counselors like Ann McLaughlin and Claire. Knaven called it out for causing major hassle right before Easter weekend. After assessment, the Ameltech officers carried out a controlled explosion just passed 2.30 in the afternoon, and now they've confirmed it's fake. With the item off for forensic checks, roads are back open, folks are home safe, but police inquiries continue. If you know anything, hit up 101 with reference 510 from April 3rd, 2026.