14/03/2016
Teenager Charged With Possessing A Flare
A teenager has been charged with possessing a flare at a football match.
The 17-year-old, who let off the flare during a game between Linfield and Glentoran, was arrested at Wiindsor Park on Saturday.
He is due to appear in court on 06 April.
A 19-year-old who was also arrested was released unconditionally.
(CD/JP)
The 17-year-old, who let off the flare during a game between Linfield and Glentoran, was arrested at Wiindsor Park on Saturday.
He is due to appear in court on 06 April.
A 19-year-old who was also arrested was released unconditionally.
(CD/JP)
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