Menu
03/08/2022
PSNI Investigating 57 Reported Incidents At Bonfires
The PSNI have issued an appeal for information as part of a number of investigations into incidents reported at bonfires over the 11th and 12th July.
Making the appeal, Assistant Chief Constable Local Policing Bobby Singleton said: "To date we have received a total of 57 separate reports of potential offences at Bonfires over the 11th & 12th of July period. Potential offences include the theft and destruction of political material, flags, hate slogans and effigies.
"We have already gathered and secured evidence of potential offending, appointed investigators, commenced enquiries for each of these incidents and engaged with the Public Prosecution Service who will ultimately have responsibility for decisions in relation to prosecution.
"The vast majority of people celebrate their culture peacefully and lawfully and do not want cultural celebrations to be undermined by anti-social behaviour, criminal activity or hate directed towards others.
"I'm appealing for anyone with any further information but specifically information on those who may have been responsible for the potential offences to provide it to the police to bring those responsible to justice.
"Anyone with any information should contact their local neighbourhood policing team on 101 or alternatively, Information can also be provided to Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 or online at www.crimestoppers-uk.org."
Making the appeal, Assistant Chief Constable Local Policing Bobby Singleton said: "To date we have received a total of 57 separate reports of potential offences at Bonfires over the 11th & 12th of July period. Potential offences include the theft and destruction of political material, flags, hate slogans and effigies.
"We have already gathered and secured evidence of potential offending, appointed investigators, commenced enquiries for each of these incidents and engaged with the Public Prosecution Service who will ultimately have responsibility for decisions in relation to prosecution.
"The vast majority of people celebrate their culture peacefully and lawfully and do not want cultural celebrations to be undermined by anti-social behaviour, criminal activity or hate directed towards others.
"I'm appealing for anyone with any further information but specifically information on those who may have been responsible for the potential offences to provide it to the police to bring those responsible to justice.
"Anyone with any information should contact their local neighbourhood policing team on 101 or alternatively, Information can also be provided to Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 or online at www.crimestoppers-uk.org."
Related Northern Ireland News Stories
Click here for the latest headlines.
14 November 2024
Police Appeal Following Burglary In Ahoghill
Detectives are appealing for information following a report of a burglary in Ahoghill on Tuesday, 12th November. Police received a report that the back door of a house on the Ballymena Road was forced open shortly before 6pm.
Police Appeal Following Burglary In Ahoghill
Detectives are appealing for information following a report of a burglary in Ahoghill on Tuesday, 12th November. Police received a report that the back door of a house on the Ballymena Road was forced open shortly before 6pm.
29 November 2023
PSNI Appeal Following Hate Crime Incidents In Ballymena
The PSNI have issued an appeal for information following incidents of criminal damage in Ballymena on Sunday, 26 November, which are being treated as a hate crime. It was reported that two men were witnessed kicking the front doors of several properties in the Larne Street area, whilst smashing glass bottles and shouting racist remarks.
PSNI Appeal Following Hate Crime Incidents In Ballymena
The PSNI have issued an appeal for information following incidents of criminal damage in Ballymena on Sunday, 26 November, which are being treated as a hate crime. It was reported that two men were witnessed kicking the front doors of several properties in the Larne Street area, whilst smashing glass bottles and shouting racist remarks.
28 November 2023
PSNI Investigate Two Armed Robbery Incidents In South Belfast
PSNI detectives have issued an appeal for information and witnesses following two armed robberies in South Belfast on Sunday 26th November. Shortly before 7pm, it was reported to police that a 17-year-old male was walking along the Lisburn Road when he was approached by a man armed with a large knife.
PSNI Investigate Two Armed Robbery Incidents In South Belfast
PSNI detectives have issued an appeal for information and witnesses following two armed robberies in South Belfast on Sunday 26th November. Shortly before 7pm, it was reported to police that a 17-year-old male was walking along the Lisburn Road when he was approached by a man armed with a large knife.
15 May 2017
Warning Issued After Cyber Attack
The PSNI have issued a warning to businesses not to open suspicious emails following a cyber attack on Friday, 12 May, which affected more than 200,000 people in 150 countries.
Warning Issued After Cyber Attack
The PSNI have issued a warning to businesses not to open suspicious emails following a cyber attack on Friday, 12 May, which affected more than 200,000 people in 150 countries.
08 October 2014
Renewed Appeal For Information On Kevin Kearney Murder
Police have renewed an appeal for information on the murder of Kevin Kearney in north Belfast. Mr Kearney (46) was found dead in Alexandra Park lake on 08 October 2013, a day after he had left his home to walk his dog. He had been shot.
Renewed Appeal For Information On Kevin Kearney Murder
Police have renewed an appeal for information on the murder of Kevin Kearney in north Belfast. Mr Kearney (46) was found dead in Alexandra Park lake on 08 October 2013, a day after he had left his home to walk his dog. He had been shot.
-
Northern Ireland WeatherThis Evening and Tonight:It will be cloudy with a spell of heavy rain pushing south through late evening and the early hours, soon followed by some clear spells. Minimum temperature 6 °C.
