Police have today released images of people they wish to speak with in relation to a number of incidents of disorder in Belfast this month.
Assistant Chief Constable Davy Beck, Crime Department said:
“Today we are releasing six images of individuals whom we would like to speak with, in connection with our ongoing investigation into a number of incidents of disorder and attacks on Police officers since Saturday 3 August.
“Over the course of a number of days, there were a number of people who were intent on causing incidents of disorder and attacking property, the public and police officers.
“We remain committed to identifying those involved in a range of incidents across Belfast since the weekend and we will be relentless in our pursuit in order to bring these offenders before the Courts. Following a number of nights of disorder across Belfast, we have arrested 22 people and further arrests will be made. Four of these arrests have been as a direct result of being identified as part of our ongoing evidence gathering operation.
“The scenes we have been seeing across Belfast over the last week have been a disgrace and have no place in Northern Ireland. Those who are intent on causing disorder or committing offences, need to think of the consequences of their actions. Rest assured, we will use all lawful means, tactics or tools at our disposal to gather evidence and arrest those involved in this criminality. Think of the consequences of your actions which could lead to potentially prosecution and a criminal record.”
Assistant Chief Constable Beck continued:
“By releasing these images I am hopeful that the wider community will help us identify these individuals. It is in everybody’s interest – as well as in the interest of justice - that those responsible are dealt with appropriately and I would urge anyone who may have any information to bring it forward.
“I also encourage the persons within these pictures to contact police directly. In doing so they will minimise the impact on themselves, their family and their community.
“Anyone who may be able to identify any of these individuals or provide any information about them such as their name, address or age is urged to contact detectives at Musgrave Police Station on 101.
“Alternatively, information can be provided anonymously to the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.”