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Police are appealing for information in relation to a report of criminal damage to two vehicles that occurred in the vicinity of Carnagh Park, Newry between 9pm on Friday 16th August and 8.30am on Saturday 17th August. If you witnessed anything or have any dash cam footage please contact us on 101 quoting reference 422 […]
In the past few days residents of a Newry housing estate have approached the Republican party Saoradh with grave concerns about the involvement of the PSNI in a community based fun day which took part in the Barcroft estate. A representative of Saoradh said: “A PSNI vehicle and armed personnel complete with guns were present […]
Police are appealing for information and witnesses following a serious two-vehicle road traffic collision in Lurgan. Inspector Campbell said: “A report was received at approximately 3.30pm on Thursday, 15th August of a collision involving a Suzuki scrambler and Audi A3 Sport TDI at a roundabout in the Lake Street area. “Officers attended, alongside colleagues from […]
In 2023 the Police Service of Northern Ireland was in crisis because its rank and file, along with senior officers, had lost confidence in their Chief Constable. That was addressed with a replacement Chief Constable in the form of Jon Boucher, a straight-talking and, dare I say it, charismatic policeman. There was also considerable concern […]
Detectives are appealing for information following a report of a petrol bomb incident which occurred at the Helen’s Terrace area of Newry on Tuesday 13th August. Detective Sergeant Lewis said: “Shortly after 00:20am, it was reported to police that three men approached a white BMW car parked in the area. It was reported that one […]
Officers from the Police Service of Northern Ireland’s Road Policing Unit are urging pedestrians, particularly older people, to be aware of their personal road safety especially when crossing roads, being mindful of increased risk around larger vehicles. Officers also urge HGV drivers to be aware of pedestrians, especially around crossings and traffic lights. Figures reveal in the last […]
Sinn Féin councillor Aoife Finnegan has welcomed the condemnation by Newry Mourne and Down Council of those behind racist violence, and the Councils support for minority communities. The Sinn Féin elected representative said: “At last nights meeting of Newry Mourne & Down Council Sinn Féin unreservedly condemned and deplored the recent racist attacks and […]
Health Minister Mike Nesbitt has reiterated his support for health and social care staff following recent racist attacks and intimidation in Northern Ireland. Minister Nesbitt said: “We are very fortunate to have such a dedicated health and social care workforce here. They truly are the backbone of the NHS, but I am both saddened and appalled […]
Sinn Féin MLA Gerry Kelly has been reacting to the assessment by the PSNI that they have “no doubt” there is a “paramilitary element” to recent racist disorder in Belfast. The party’s policing spokesperson said: “It is deeply concerning but not surprising that police have today said they have ‘no doubt’ there is a ‘paramilitary […]
A 9 week old Shetland pony was taken from a field on the Chapel Road area of Newry between 2000 hours on Monday 22nd July 2024 and 1700 hours on Wednesday 24th July 2024. The pony is described as fawn and white in colour. There would be concerns regarding the pony given the young age. […]
The First Minister Michelle O’Neill has spoken to Chief Constable Jon Boutcher following the racist violence in Belfast. Michelle O’Neill said: “There is no place in this society for racism or the attacks on our minority communities which took place at the weekend. “Today, I spoke to PSNI Chief Constable Jon Boutcher and we agreed […]
The SDLP has hit out at the “ridiculous overreaction” to a viral video showing a police vehicle flying an Armagh flag in Camlough after the Orchard County’s All-Ireland triumph on Sunday. Unionist leaders have “raised concerns” with the PSNI Chief Constable and the Police Ombudsman, but SDLP Councillors Killian Feehan & Pete Byrne have branded […]
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