Police in Northern Ireland are seeking more time to quiz Sinn Féin president Gerry Adams, the deputy first minister has said.
'We have been told within the last couple of hours that the PSNI are seeking an extension to Gerry Adams' detention,' said Martin McGuinness.
Mr Adams, 65, denies allegations that he was involved in the abduction and murder of Jean McConville in 1972.
He has been held for questioning at Antrim police station since Wednesday.
Mr Adams, former MP for West Belfast and an elected representative for County Louth in the Republic of Ireland, voluntarily presented himself for interview.
Mr McGuinness told a news conference: 'Yesterday, I said that the timing of the arrest of Gerry Adams was politically motivated.
'Today's decision by the PSNI to seek an extension confirms me in my view.'
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