Pictures: Hatchet thrown at police during a third night of disorder in Ballymena - and at Larne Leisure centre last night

By Gemma Murray

Published 12th Jun 2025, 08:51 GMT

Updated 12th Jun 2025, 14:28 GMT

There was a heavy police presence in Ballymena last night as officers faced a third night of unrest.

Protesters threw petrol bombs, bricks and fireworks at police.

Five people were arrested and a further 17 officers were injured overnight, bringing the total to 32.

Police in Ballymena during a third consecutive night of unrest. Photo by Press Eye Photo: Press Eye

Police in Ballymena during a third consecutive night of unrest. Photo by Press Eye Photo: Press Eye

Police in Ballymena during a third consecutive night of unrest. Photo by Press Eye Photo: Press Eye

Bins were set alight in Ballymena during a third consecutive night of unrest. Photo by Press Eye Photo: Press Eye

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