22/04/2024

Six Arrests Made At Protest In L'Derry

The PSNI in L'Derry arrested six people for disorderly behaviour following a protest at a retail premises in the Strand Road area.

At approximately 2.20pm on Saturday 20th April, police received a report that a number of people had entered the shop to carry out a protest. Those involved began causing disruption in the premises and became aggressive and verbally abusive towards customers.
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Officers attended and six people were arrested on suspicion of disorderly behaviour.

Two men aged 53 and 57 were released on bail to allow for further enquiries.

Four others, three men and a woman, were released pending report to the Public Prosecution Service.

Inspector Craig said: "I am appealing to anyone who may have witnessed the incident or tow anyone who may have footage that could assist with enquiries, to contact police on 101 quoting reference 911 of 20/04/24."

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