Two charged after another night of disorder in Belfast

11 Jun 2026 • 8:12 PM MYT
The Independent
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Two charged after another night of disorder in Belfast

  • Two individuals have been charged following a second night of disorder in Northern Ireland, which occurred after a Belfast knife attack.
  • The unrest led to 12 police officers being injured and 16 arrests made during Wednesday night's incidents.
  • The Police Service of Northern Ireland (PSNI) said a 24-year-old woman has been charged with disorderly behaviour and possession of an article with intent to do damage.
  • The force also said a 28-year-old man has been charged with failing to remove a disguise when requested, obstructing police and resisting police.
  • Police deployed water cannons as officers were attacked with bricks and petrol bombs by balaclava-clad rioters in County Antrim.

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