13/08/2013

PSNI Release Images Following Public Disorder

The PSNI has released images of 18 individuals as part of Operation Titan investigations into riotous and disorderly behaviour, in connection with recent public disorder in east Belfast.

So far, 90 people have been arrested as part of the investigation. 66 have been charged and 10 reported to the Public Prosecution Service.

Detective Superintendent Sean Wright said the investigation has received "strong support" from the public.

"There are people out there who will know the identity of these 18 people who I am looking to speak to," he said.

"I am confident that those people will come forward with that information.

"It is vital that we all send out a message to those involved in public disorder that such behaviour will not be tolerated. Those who break the law must face consequences for their actions. They will be dealt with appropriately and proportionately through the criminal justice system."

The senior detective also appealed directly to the men featured in the images.

"I would ask anyone who believes one of the images is of them to contact us immediately in order to help us with our enquiries."

The Operation Titan team are currently investigating offences including the attempted murder of police officers, blast bomb attacks on police, hi-jackings, rioting throughout the Greater Belfast area, breaches of Parades Commission determinations and unlawful protests.

Anyone able to identify any of the individuals is urged to contact detectives at the Major Incident Room on 028 90 901775 from between 09:00 and 22:00, Monday to Friday.

The independent charity Crimestoppers can be contacted anonymously on 0800 555 111.

The images can be viewed on the PSNI website.

(IT/CD)

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