Two people have been arrested following a racially motivated attack on a property in south Belfast in the early hours of this morning, Thursday 28th August.
At approximately 12.40am, police received a report of a disturbance in the area of Donegall Avenue. A property came under attack and residents were injured by a group of young people.
Two people, aged 12 and 18-years-old were arrested on suspicion of riotous behaviour and remain in police custody.
South Belfast District Commander Superintendent Finola Dornan said: “This incident was exceptionally serious involving the targeting of a family in their own home, motivated by racial hatred.
“Our officers acted quickly and effectively, making two arrests, however the ages of those involved are of particular concern.
“Racist intimidation and targeting is completely unacceptable. I would like to reassure the entire local community that we will continue to be visible so as to prevent and detect offending of this nature, holding those responsible to account through the courts.
“We will carry out a full and thorough investigation to identify all those responsible.
“This behaviour does not reflect the people of the local area. No family should have to go through this and the harm is felt by everyone in the community.
“Our enquiries remain ongoing and we would appeal for anyone who has any information any information, CCTV or other footage that could assist with our enquiries, to contact police on 101 quoting reference 30 28/08/25.
Alternatively, you can submit a report online using the non-emergency reporting form via http://www.psni.police.uk/makeareport/.
You can also contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 or online at http://crimestoppers-uk.org/.