Police said petrol and paint bombs were thrown at officers and vehicles by groups of up to 50 young people.
Police cars and vehicles belonging to members of the public were damaged during a disturbance in south Belfast on Monday night.“Petrol and paint bombs were thrown at officers and vehicles by groups of up to 50 young people," Ch Supt Jeremy Lindsay.
Ch Supt Lindsay said that police will continue to patrol the area on Tuesday night to prevent anti-social or disorderly behaviour and detect those involved in Monday night's trouble. "These actions have serious consequences. My message is simple, walk away and don’t get involved in any trouble. Alliance Party MLA Kate Nicholl said she was "disgusted, disappointed and angry" about what happened.
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