Man arrested as part of probe into New IRA Easter parade is released after questioning
Police said the man was arrested on suspicion of a number of offences including membership of a proscribed organisation
New IRA Easter parade in Derry (Photo by Paul Faith/AFP via Getty Images)
A 40-year-old man that was arrested as part of a police investigation into a New IRA Easter parade in Derry last month, has been released following questioning.
Police said the man was arrested on suspicion of a number of offences including membership of a proscribed organisation, failing to comply with conditions imposed by the Parades Commission.
They also said he was 'wearing a uniform in a public place in such a way, or in such circumstances as to arouse reasonable suspicion that he is a member or supporter of a proscribed organisation'.
The PSNI confirmed the man was released on Wednesday evening and said the investigation is continuing.
Around 150 people had gathered in Derry as the parade took place in the city on Easter Monday.
Images from the parade in Derry showed a masked colour party leading those taking part in the parade.
There were also young people alongside the parade, some who had petrol bombs. One young person was seen with a shopping trolley full of the objects.
After the parade police officers were attacked with petrol bombs, fireworks and other masonry.
New IRA Easter parade in Derry (Photo by Paul Faith/AFP via Getty Images)
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