Menu
13/03/2007
Petrol bombs thrown during disturbances in Ardoyne
Rival groups have clashed last night in north Belfast with petrol bombs, stones and bottles being thrown shortly after 8.30pm.
A police vehicle was also stoned during the attack, however there were no reported injuries.
The incident follows disturbances in the area on Saturday night.
The area is now described as being calm.
North Belfast priest Father Aidan Troy, told reporters: “There has been unease in this area for a few weeks, but that does not justify anything.
“I worked with others to try and ensure that whoever was on the streets went home and stopped persecuting people.”
(JM/KMcA)
A police vehicle was also stoned during the attack, however there were no reported injuries.
The incident follows disturbances in the area on Saturday night.
The area is now described as being calm.
North Belfast priest Father Aidan Troy, told reporters: “There has been unease in this area for a few weeks, but that does not justify anything.
“I worked with others to try and ensure that whoever was on the streets went home and stopped persecuting people.”
(JM/KMcA)
Related Northern Ireland News Stories
Click here for the latest headlines.
23 May 2018
North Belfast Suspicious Object Declared A Hoax
A number of homes in north Belfast were evacuated on Tuesday night following the discovery of a suspicious object. Residents in the Glendore Avenue area were asked to leave their homes last night following the discovery of the device on a footpath.
North Belfast Suspicious Object Declared A Hoax
A number of homes in north Belfast were evacuated on Tuesday night following the discovery of a suspicious object. Residents in the Glendore Avenue area were asked to leave their homes last night following the discovery of the device on a footpath.
19 May 2017
Investigation Launched After Reported Rape In North Belfast
Police have launched an investigation after a woman was allegedly raped in north Belfast. The incident happened on the Cavehill Road in the Waterworks area at around 8.30pm on Wednesday, 17 May. Enquiries are ongoing. No further details have been released.
Investigation Launched After Reported Rape In North Belfast
Police have launched an investigation after a woman was allegedly raped in north Belfast. The incident happened on the Cavehill Road in the Waterworks area at around 8.30pm on Wednesday, 17 May. Enquiries are ongoing. No further details have been released.
08 May 2002
Police patrols increased in north Belfast
Police patrols are to be increased in north Belfast in a bid to combat continuing sectarian conflict in the flashpoint area. Police Service district commander for the area, Chief Superintendent Julie Lindsay, confirmed the security increase after meeting loyalists and community representatives on Wednesday, May 8.
Police patrols increased in north Belfast
Police patrols are to be increased in north Belfast in a bid to combat continuing sectarian conflict in the flashpoint area. Police Service district commander for the area, Chief Superintendent Julie Lindsay, confirmed the security increase after meeting loyalists and community representatives on Wednesday, May 8.
26 August 2008
Petrol Bombs Thrown In Belfast Street Violence
Local political representatives were taken by surprise last night when Belfast went back to its troubled past with petrol bombs and stones thrown at police.
Petrol Bombs Thrown In Belfast Street Violence
Local political representatives were taken by surprise last night when Belfast went back to its troubled past with petrol bombs and stones thrown at police.
11 April 2018
Shots Fired In Residential Area Of North Belfast
An investigation has been launched following a shooting incident in a residential area of North Belfast. According to a report by Belfast Live, at about 9pm four shots were fired in the Tyndale area of Ballysillan. It is understood that a number of children were playing nearby at the time. There have been no reports of any injuries.
Shots Fired In Residential Area Of North Belfast
An investigation has been launched following a shooting incident in a residential area of North Belfast. According to a report by Belfast Live, at about 9pm four shots were fired in the Tyndale area of Ballysillan. It is understood that a number of children were playing nearby at the time. There have been no reports of any injuries.
-
Northern Ireland WeatherToday:A showery start with outbreaks most frequent north of Lough Neagh and through the morning, before dwindling during the afternoon as the northwest breezes ease and brighter spells of weak sunshine prosper. Maximum temperature 8 °C.Tonight:A dry night, save for a few light showers around the coasts, with prolonged clear spells and light winds bringing a frosty dawn for many in central and southern parts. Minimum temperature -3 °C.
