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Man arrested over assault towards police in Co Fermanagh

Sep 2, 2022 13:32 By News Northern Sound
Man arrested over assault towards police in Co Fermanagh
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The male remains in police custody at this time.

One man has been arrested after four police officers were assaulted in Co Fermanagh last night.

The incident occurred shortly after 8.20pm.

Police received a report that a man in his 50s had been assaulted in the Mallard Heights area of Bellanaleck, in Co Fermanagh.

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Upon police arrival, a male, aged 24, was located as the suspect.

Police attempted to arrest the suspect before he became aggressive and grabbed a police officer by the neck.

He was then arrested for assault on police and resisting arrest.

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While in the police vehicle he kicked a second officer and head-butted a third.

Following the arrival at custody, the male also spat on a fourth officer.

He was then further arrested for further assault on police and remains in police custody at this time.

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According to a statement from the PSNI, all officers involved were able to continue on duty after the assault.

The investigation is continuing and officers are keen to hear from anyone who may have witnessed what happened to get in touch.

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