04/05/2004

Three people arrested following disturbances

Three people have been arrested following disturbances in north Belfast last night.

A family had to be evacuated from their home following the trouble in the Clifton Street area on Monday.

One woman was taken to hospital, but was later released.

Police said it appeared that a row had broken out between residents in Stanhope Street.

A car was also set on fire during the disturbances.

(MB)

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