Police come under attack for fourth night as rioting continues in Co Antrim

Police in Portadown in Co Armagh, following three nights of disorder in Ballymena, Co Antrim. Picture date: Thursday June 12, 2025.

Police in Portadown in Co Armagh, following three nights of disorder in Ballymena, Co Antrim. Picture date: Thursday June 12, 2025.

Police have come under attack for a fourth consecutive night in Northern Ireland as disorder spread through multiple towns.

Missiles were thrown at officers after a protest in Portadown on Thursday, continuing a trend that was sparked earlier in the week in Ballymena.

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