UPDATE: PoliceServiceNI say there is evidence that the device used to target its officers in Strabane was 'a viable explosive'
Thursday night's blast is believed to have been caused by an improvised device left by the roadTwo police officers have escaped injury after their patrol vehicle was damaged in a bomb attack in County Tyrone.
Speaking at a press conference on Friday, Mr Singleton said there was evidence the device used was "a viable explosive" and said parts of what "could be a command wire" had been found nearby the scene. The senior officer thanked members of the public for their "patience and perseverance" as officers continue to work at the scene.
"I'm beyond words to describe the anger and frustration of the community... I can see concern on the faces of people here," he said.
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