PSNI condemn eight days of violence and 41 officer injuries

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PSNI condemn eight days of violence and 41 officer injuries

Northern Ireland's specialist units are tackling paramilitary groups after orchestrated violence left 33 officers injured.

Date - 6th April 2021
By - Chris Smith

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An Easter weekend of “senseless” disorder that included around 30 petrol bombs being thrown at officers has been condemned by senior force leaders. Five Police Service of Northern Ireland (PSNI) officers were seriously injured on Sunday...

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