Adams plea on house attack
Former Sinn Fein president Gerry Adams has called on those who attacked his home to meet him and explain why they did it.
Adams’ house and the home of prominent Sinn Fein figure Bobby Storey were attacked with explosive devices on Friday night.
The Pol ice Service of Northern Ireland said officers seized “remnants of industrial, firework- type devices, capable of causing serious damage or injury” at two houses in Belfast.
Adams said he does not know who is responsible but added: “There may be a connection between what’s happening in Derry.
“We certainly support the stance t aken by the residents of the Bogside.”
Sinn Fei n leader s , including current president Mary Lou McDonald, were scathing in the criticism of the extremists behind the rioting in Londonderry.
Adams said he is “very, very thankful” that no one was hurt but said two of his grandchildren were in his driveway just 10 minutes before the attack.
Yesterday, Adams said: “For those who were involved in the attack, if they have the gumption to sneak up on our homes, I’d like them or their representatives to come and meet me.
“I’d like them to sit down and explain to me what this is about. I’d like those who are involved in exploiting children in Derry to do the same thing, or those who are poisoning the atmosphere in east Belfast and causing havoc to do the same thing.”