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Missiles thrown at PSNI as unrest breaks out in Ballymena after alleged sexual assault

Missiles thrown at PSNI as unrest breaks out in Ballymena after alleged sexual assault — Footage showed protesters burning plastic road barriers and bins as part of a barricade on the street (Niall Carson/PA)

Tue, 10 Jun, 2025 - 00:00

Cillian Sherlock, PA

A significant police presence has responded to disorder in Ballymena.

Footage on social media showed armoured police officers carrying plastic shields responding after an anti-immigration protest in the Co Antrim town.

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