Man arrested on suspicion of attempted murder after Glider and homes set alight during Belfast disorder

A glider bus set on fire earlier in June during street disorder In Belfast

A man has been arrested on suspicion of attempted murder and a series of other serious offences linked to disorder in Belfast earlier this month, as police continue investigations into incidents that shocked communities across the city.

Detectives from the Police Service of Northern Ireland confirmed that a 29-year-old man was arrested in east Belfast on Monday morning, June 29, as part of ongoing enquiries into sporadic disorder which occurred in June.

The man was arrested on suspicion of attempted murder, arson endangering life with intent and riot.

Police said the arrest relates to an incident in which a Glider vehicle was set on fire and an arson attack was carried out on properties in the McMaster Street area of Belfast on Tuesday evening, June 9.

The incidents formed part of wider unrest in parts of Belfast earlier this month and prompted a significant emergency response.

Investigation into serious public disorder continues

The offences under investigation are among the most serious arising from the disorder, with detectives treating the incidents as posing a direct risk to life.

Police said the suspect remains in custody while enquiries continue into the circumstances surrounding what happened.

Investigators are continuing to examine evidence and are appealing for anyone who may be able to assist to come forward.

Police appeal for footage and information

Detectives are urging anyone who witnessed the incidents or who may hold footage that could assist investigators to contact police.

This includes CCTV, dashcam footage and mobile phone recordings captured in the area around the time of the incidents.

Anyone with information is asked to contact police on 101 quoting details of the incident.

Reports can also be submitted online via the PSNI non-emergency reporting portal at https://reporting.psni.police.uk/appeals.

Information can also be provided anonymously through Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 or online at http://crimestoppers-uk.org/.

Ongoing enquiries

Police have said enquiries remain ongoing and further arrests have not been ruled out as detectives continue to investigate the circumstances surrounding the disorder and attacks in east Belfast.

The latest arrest marks another significant development in the investigation into incidents that caused extensive disruption and raised serious concerns about public safety during the unrest earlier this month.