Sir Mark Rowley lays blame on 'extreme rhetoric' for Belfast disorder after knife attack

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PSNI Assistant Chief Constable Ryan Henderson has delivered an update following the second day of disorder in Belfast.Mr Henderson condemned the "thuggish" actions of individuals, telling the media: "I want to strongly condemn the second night of disorder seen in some areas across Northern Ireland.

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This violent behaviour by a thuggish minority will not be tolerated."We arrested 16 people, two have already been charged.

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12 officers were injured, some by petrol bombs following that significant rioting.

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I am hugely grateful to the efforts of my officers for their incredible resilience and bravery in the face of that disorder."It was clear from the outset that those who attended were not intent on peaceful protest.

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Rather, they were intent on violence."WATCH ABOVE.

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The Commissioner of the Metropolitan Police has hit out at "extreme rhetoric in public debate" as a catalyst for the violent disorder in Belfast.Speaking to GB News Sir Mark Rowley stressed police officers should not be used as a "political football in the culture wars" affecting the UK.Mass protests have erupted in Northern Ireland following an alleged knife attack by an asylum seeker on Monday evening.Hadi Alodid, 30, has been charged with attempted murder after allegedly attacking Stephen Ogilvie with a kitchen knife, causing him to lose an eye as a result of his injuries.

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TRENDING Stories Videos Your Say PSNI Assistant Chief Constable Ryan Henderson confirmed "sporadic pockets of disorder" have broken out in several locations across Northern Ireland.He said: "We are urging everyone to remain calm, act responsibly, and avoid any activity that could place themselves or others at risk."Reacting to the protests, Sir Mark told the People's Channel the police are dealing with "very...

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