Petrol bombs thrown at police during unrest in Dungannon

By Q Radio News

Petrol bombs and missiles have been thrown at two police cars and a car being driven by a member of the public - during a night of disorder in Dungannon, Co. Tyrone.

Police say around 20 to 30 people including a number of masked men were involved in a number of incidents

It happened in the Ballygawley Road area and went on from around 10.40pm last night to around 2.30am this morning. 

Inspector Knipe said: "These were disgraceful scenes that took place last night and we are thankful that no one was injured. What happened last night is completely unacceptable and cannot be tolerated. 

"We will continue to monitor the area and would warn anyone contemplating becoming involved in such criminal activity to think twice. 

"As we investigate these incidents, I am appealing to anyone who was in the area last night and witnessed what happened, or who captured what happened on their dash cam to call us on 101, and quote reference number 2086 of 07/08/21." 

A report can also be made using the online reporting form via www.psni.police.uk/makeareport

Alternatively, information can be provided to Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 or online at www.crimestoppers-uk.org