12/08/2003

Three people arrested following Omagh disturbances

Two men and a woman have been arrested following disturbances in Co Tyrone last night.

Police were called to Lisanelly Heights in Omagh when it was reported that a group of people had been breaking windows in the area and had set a car alight.

When police arrived they were attacked with bricks and bottles by around 20 people. Three police vehicles were damaged during the attacks however no officers were injured.

Calm was eventually restored to the area by around 5.20am.

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