Police in Derry/Londonderry are appealing for witnesses and information following a report of criminal damage in the early hours of Sunday morning, 28th June.

Chief Inspector Ferriby said: “We received a report at around 1.50am that a bus had been attacked in the Drumahoe Park & Ride area of the city.

“Officers attended the scene, where it was reported that there had been an altercation on the bus, with reference made to the park and ride area. As it approached Drumahoe, the vehicle was subsequently met by a group of around 10-15 youths wearing face coverings.

“Believing the group wanted to board the bus and continue the altercation, the driver drove off, resulting in the youths throwing a number of items at the vehicle. They also punched and kicked the bus.

“One of the top-level windows on the bus was subsequently smashed and another window damaged.

“The driver continued on to the hospital, in case any of the passengers had been injured. As the bus passed the Ivy Mead area, however, another smaller group of approximately six people, again wearing face coverings, attempted to attack the bus.  

“Our enquiries are ongoing and we would ask that anyone with information which could assist, contact police using our witness appeal form at https://reporting.psni.police.uk/appeals, quoting reference 175 of 28/06/26.

Alternatively, you can call us on the 101 number or call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111, or online at http://crimestoppers-uk.org/.