15/04/2016

Three Men Arrested Over Public Disorder In Lurgan

Three men have been arrested in Lurgan, Co Armagh, following public disorder in the area on Easter Monday.

Two police officers were injured after petrol bombs were thrown and trouble flared overnight.

The previous night a hijacked van was set in fire.

The suspects, aged 21, 44 and 46 are currently being questioned by police.

(CD)

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