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Man arrested in connection with bus fire during Belfast riots earlier this month
Ireland🏛️ Politics4 days ago

Man arrested in connection with bus fire during Belfast riots earlier this month

A 29-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of attempted murder in connection with a bus fire that occurred during riots in Belfast earlier this month. The incident involved setting a Glider rapid transit bus on fire on the evening of 9 June in the McMaster Street area. The alleged offenses include arson endangering life with intent and rioting, which took place amid widespread unrest following a knife attack on Stephen Ogilvie on 8 June. The man is currently before the courts and remains in police custody. Authorities are appealing for anyone with information or footage related to the incident to come forward.

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Man arrested in connection with bus fire during Belfast riots earlier this month

A 29-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of attempted murder in connection with a bus fire that occurred during riots in Belfast earlier this month. The incident involved setting a Glider rapid transit bus on fire on the evening of 9 June in the McMaster Street area. The alleged offenses include arson endangering life with intent and rioting, which took place amid widespread unrest following a knife attack on Stephen Ogilvie on 8 June. The man is currently before the courts and remains in police custody. Authorities are appealing for anyone with information or footage related to the incident to come forward.

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