Police have described the violent scenes as “racist thuggery” Riots broke out for a second night in Ballymena in Co Antrim, with fireworks, petrol bombs and glass bottles being thrown at police. Officers were carrying shields and wearing armour as they used plastic batons and water cannons to attempt to disperse crowds. Cars were set […]

10 months ago

Police have appealed for calm Riots broke out in Ballymena, Northern Ireland, after people gathered to support the family of a girl who suffered an alleged sexual assault. The Belfast Telegraph reports that at least four houses were set on fire, and masked youths attacked several houses with missiles. Authorities blocked off Clonavon Terrace as […]

10 months ago