Police officers injured during 'sporadic disorder' in Derry this evening

Youths attacked the police this evening in Derryplaceholder image
Youths attacked the police this evening in Derry

Petrol bombs, fireworks and masonry have all been thrown at police officers in the Nailors Row area of the city

A number of police officers have been injured during 'sporadic disorder' in Derry this evening.

Petrol bombs, fireworks and masonry have all been thrown at police officers in the Nailors Row area of the city.

“We are working to bring the situation under control and urge people to avoid the area in the meantime,” a PSNI spokesperson said.

They added: "We are liaising with community representatives to prevent further escalation, and ask parents/guardians to come and bring their children home.

"This disorder is presenting a serious risk to the safety of residents in the area.”

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