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Review Recommends Reform Of PSNI Operations In South Armagh.

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The probe found the PSNI "lacks credibility" in the area

A PSNI review has recommended a major shake up to policing in south Armagh.

The area was a hotbed for republican activity during the Troubles - but the report suggests it no longer needs a heavily militarised police presence.

The probe found the PSNI "lacks credibility" in the area - and calls for the closure of Crossmaglen police station.

The review was launched after Chief constable Simon Byrne posted a photo on Twitter in 2019 - alongside heavily armed officers in the area

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