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PSNI officers injured in west Belfast during bonfire clearance
Aug 8, 2020
Twenty-six police officers have been injured while protecting contractors removing bonfire material in west Belfast.
Large groups of youths threw petrol bombs, masonry and other missiles at officers in Distillery Street, a PSNI spokesperson said.
Police were there in support of contractors tasked by the landowner to remove bonfire material.
Supt Melanie Jones described it as "completely unacceptable violence".
She said "at least 26 officers have sustained injuries and are currently receiving treatment".
"Footage from evidence-gathering cameras will be reviewed and all efforts will be made to identify those involved," she added.
"People who choose to engage in criminal and anti-social behaviour must understand it is unacceptable and must stop.
"People have a right to live in peace and to feel safe in their communities.
"Parents and guardians have an important obligation to keep young people safe by knowing where they are going and who they are with."
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