Five youths arrested during ‘sectarian-motivated’ disorder in Derry

Arrest offences included riotous behaviour

Five young people have been arrested after “spontaneous disorder” in Derry on Saturday night.

Police responded to reports of a crowd of youths gathered in the Bishop Street and Nailors Row area of the city after 6:30pm on June 13.

Stones were reported to be thrown and items such as golf clubs were seized. Officers are treating it as a “sectarian motivated” incident.

A PSNI spokesperson said: “At approximately 6.30pm, reports were received that youths, with their hoods up, engaged in a short period of spontaneous disorder involving throwing stones into the area of the Fountain Estate. “Attending officers made five arrests, for offences including riotous behaviour. Items, including a golf club, were also seized from the area. No injuries were reported – and we’re treating this incident as sectarian-motivated. “Enquiries remain ongoing at this time. Anyone who has information is asked to contact police on 101 quoting reference number 1326 13/06/26. “A report can be made online via www.psni.police.uk/makeareport. Alternatively, information can be provided to Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 or online at www.crimestoppers-uk.org “.

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