Fianna Fáil TD for Cavan-Monaghan, Brendan Smith, has described the actions of those who planted an explosive device on the border as absolutely reprehensible.

Deputy Smith commented, “The actions of these small few are reprehensible and must be roundly condemned.

“We cannot return to violence on our island and must protect the peace the Good Friday Agreement has given us.

“These deplorable actions have no place in our area and I would urge anyone with information to make contact with the PSNI and An Garda Síochána,” concluded Deputy Smith.