03/07/2015

Police Vehicle Attacked In East Belfast

A police vehicle has been attacked with petrol bombs in east Belfast on Thursday night.

The incident happened in St Patrick's Walk at around 8pm.

Three petrol bombs were thrown at the vehicle, however there were no reports of any injuries or damage.

Police are appealing to anyone with information to contact them.

(CD/JP)

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