27/04/2015

Petrol Bombs Thrown In North Belfast

Petrol bombs have been thrown at an interface in north Belfast.

The bombs were thrown across the peace line in Tigers Bay at around 11pm on Sunday night.

No-one was injured and no damage was reported.

Police seized the petrol bombs for further examination.

They are appealing to anyone with information to contact them.

(CD/MH)

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