Custodial sentences were handed down by Antrim Crown Court on Wednesday 8th July, in connection with disorder in Ballymena in June 2025.

Jack Redmond (22) from Ballymena, was sentenced to 27 months, with 13-and-a-half months to be spent in custody, and the remainder on licence, after he was convicted of two counts of common law riot.

Logan Carley (24) also from the Ballymena area, was sentenced to 30 months, with 15 months to be spent in custody, and 15 months on licence, after he was convicted of common law riot.

Redmond was identified as having participated in serious disorder in Ballymena on 9th and 10th June 2025, while Carley was identified as having participated in the disorder on 11th June 2025.

Commenting, Detective Inspector Gallagher said: “In shameful scenes, there was large-scale disorder by people intent on causing harm. Damage was caused to roads, homes, cars and local business premises with people left fearing for their lives.

“Our officers came under attack and many left injured after petrol bombs, heavy masonry and fireworks were thrown at them.

“At the time, we assured the public that we will work tirelessly to restore calm and ensure that anyone who chooses to take part in this criminality is brought to justice.

“Our dedicated investigation team has worked tirelessly to ensure that those involved are prosecuted – today’s sentencing is one of many over this disorder.

“We would also repeat our appeal to anyone who has been the victim of, or has any information on, any crime to contact police on 101, or 999 in an emergency. We can assure you that we will always act on concerns and information we receive.”

Alternatively, a report can be submitted online using the non-emergency reporting form https://reporting.psni.police.uk/appeals Should you wish to make a report anonymously, you can do so by contacting Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 or online at www.crimestoppers-uk.org