12 police officers injured in Lurgan, County Armagh, during arrest of common assault suspect; 18 officers injured in 3 separate incidents.

12 police officers were injured in Lurgan, County Armagh, during the arrest of a man suspected of common assault. The suspect assaulted officers with kicks, spits, punches, and attempted headbutts. This is part of a series of three separate incidents where 18 officers were injured. The Police Service of Northern Ireland condemns these "shameful and unacceptable" attacks, stating that assaults on officers will not be tolerated.

May 13, 2024
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