22/01/2013

Teenager Hurt At Flag Protest

A teenager has been hit by a car during a flag protest in east Belfast.

The boy was struck by the vehicle at the junction of Albertbridge Road and Templemore Avenue after 7pm on Monday night, according to police.

He is believed to have injured his leg in the incident, however it is not thought to be serious.

(CD/GK)

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