Twenty-nine arrests made over recent disorder in Northern Ireland
Published: 6/16/2025

Violent riots in Northern Ireland have led to 29 arrests, with further warnings of additional arrests following disturbances that started with a protest in Ballymena over an alleged sexual assault. In total, 64 police officers have been injured, and 21 people have been charged, including individuals linked to rioting in Ballymena and Larne. The disorder has prompted concerns among immigrant communities about safety, with calls for support and action to address anti-migrant sentiment and misinformation on social media.