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05 Dec 2025

29-year-old man arrested in Derry after police officer kicked in the head

The man was arrested in the Creggan area of the city

29-year-old man arrested in Derry after police officer kicked in the head

Officers from the Derry City and Strabane District Support Team arrested a 29-year-old man in the Creggan area of Derry earlier today, Thursday, February 27.

Inspector Pearce said: “While on patrol, officers attempted to stop a vehicle which was being driven erratically, however, a passenger fled on foot, kicking a police officer in the head. Thankfully, there were no reports of serious injuries.

“The suspect was arrested on suspicion of assault on police, obstructing police and resisting police.

“He was further arrested in relation to the seizure of suspected Class A controlled drugs with an estimated potential street value of £100,000 on July 10, 2024.

“He remains in police custody at this time.”

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