A teenager was arrested during the disorder
The gates at Lanark Way in Belfast were closed on Thursday after youths attacked police during a disturbance.
A short time later, a group of youths arrived at the Colinview Street area and threw objects at police.West Belfast Area Commander Chief Inspector Pete Brannigan said a 16-year-old male was arrested in the Springfield Road area on suspicion of criminal damage. He has been released on police bail pending further enquiries.
"The gates at Lanark Way were closed at around 7:30pm, with no further disorder reported to police. I would urge the young people who have been involved in this activity previously, and their parents, to seriously consider the impact of their actions on the local community, but also on their own futures. These actions have serious consequences.
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