Man released after attack on home of Gerry Adams

Damage caused to a car parked in the driveway at the home of Sinn Féin's Gerry Adams. Credit: Press Eye

A 35-year-old man who was arrested in connection with attacks on the homes of former Sinn Féin president Gerry Adams and his party colleague Bobby Storey has been released on bail.

Explosive devices were thrown during the incidents in west Belfast last Friday.

A police spokesperson said: “Police also conducted searches of properties in the west Belfast area last night.

“There are no further details at this time”.

Hundreds of people attended a solidarity rally in west Belfast on Monday in support of Mr Adams and Mr Storey.

CCTV footage showed an explosive device being thrown from a passing car at Mr Adams’ home, causing damage to his car windscreen.

He said his grandchildren had been in the driveway a short time earlier.

Mr Adams called for those behind the incidents to explain their rationale, saying: “Come and sit down and explain to me what this is about.”