A number of suspected firearms have been discovered hidden under a bath at a home in Co Tyrone.

Pictures released by the police from the Coalisland home show some of the suspected guns hidden under the bath panel, with other guns found in the property including what appears to be a shotgun type weapon and rifle.

The seizure comes following a reported shooting in the area last week.

On Tuesday two people, a 34-year-old man and a 43-year-old woman were arrested in connection with the shooting.

The pair currently remain in police custody.

A police spokesperson said: “Detectives have been carrying out numerous searches in the area yesterday and today, and located a number of suspected firearms. They have been seized and will be sent for further testing.

“We would like to thank the community for their patience over the last couple of days.”

Suspected firearms discovered in Co Tyrone

The victim – a man in his 40s – had attended hospital following the incident, which was then reported to the police.

“He stated that while sitting in a vehicle, he was approached by two men who he believed to be local to the area. A suspected firearm was put through the window of his vehicle and he was shot to his arm,” a PSNI spokesperson said at the time.

“It’s appalling that anyone should be attacked in this way, especially in the early evening when the area would have been busy with shoppers and commuters.

“There is no place in our society for this type of vigilante justice and we are fortunate that the outcome was not much more serious.”

Police said their enquiries remained ongoing following the arrests.

“We would continue appeal for anyone with information in relation to this incident to contact us on 101, quoting reference number 1369 of 30/10/24,” they said.

News Catch Up – Wednesday 6 November