11/08/2006

Police attacked in west Belfast

Police in west Belfast have been attacked by youths throwing petrol bombs and other missiles during a number of disturbances yesterday evening.

The first incident happened at around 6.25pm, when three petrol bombs were thrown at police vehicles on the Springfield Road area of the city.

No damaged was caused and no injuries were reported.

Approximately one hour later, a police vehicle was damaged after it was attacked by stone throwers.

Some time later, officers were attacked for a third time, after youths threw bricks and other missiles at vehicles as they passed through the area.

The incidents happened at an area known locally as "the funnel," which is close to the Ballymurphy Estate.

Police have said that they are investigating the circumstances surrounding the attacks.

(EF)

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