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Belfast Telegraph
04-05-2025
- Belfast Telegraph
Man charged after PSNI officers injured in disorder following Irish Cup final
Three people were arrested during the disorder that followed Saturday's Irish Cup Final between Cliftonville and Dungannon Swifts. The 52-year-old man has been charged with disorderly behaviour and is due to appear before Belfast Magistrates Court on Friday May 30. As is usual procedure, the charge will be reviewed by the Public Prosecution Service (PPS). Two teenagers who were also arrested have been released to be reported to the Youth Diversion Officer. The disorder began as the PSNI were escorting Cliftonville FC supporters from the National Stadium on Boucher Road following their side's penalty shootout defeat to Dungannon in the decider. Bricks, bottles, fireworks, and other missiles were thrown at riot police by a small section of Cliftonville fans, and a car window was also smashed as a result. The disorder continued on the Donegal Road for a short time after with items being set alight by local youths who became embroiled in the trouble. Police also responded to reports of a brawl on the Falls Road at its junction with Donegall Road. Belfast City Chief Inspector Mark Conway said: 'Whilst the majority of football fans attending yesterday's Irish Cup Final behaved in a peaceful manner, a small minority chose to engage in criminal activity, resulting in public disorder in the vicinity of Broadway Roundabout at approximately 5.30pm. 'Items were thrown at police and at least eight officers were injured during the course of the policing operation, although all remained on duty. Police remained in the area to monitor the situation and prevent any further escalation. 'Three arrests were made in total, including two for disorderly behaviour, and one arrest of a juvenile for possession of a flare. 'Five cautions were also issued for possession of fireworks and will be followed up with reports to the Public Prosecution service.' Inspector Conway added: 'The vast majority of fans were there to enjoy the match, however we will not tolerate disruption, disorder or criminal behaviour of any kind. "As always, we will continue to work with football clubs to address any criminal activity linked to people attending matches and ensure that supporters are kept safe.'
BreakingNews.ie
04-05-2025
- Sport
- BreakingNews.ie
Eight officers injured and three arrested after Irish Cup final disorder
Eight police officers were injured and three people arrested during disorder after the Irish Cup Final on Saturday, police have said. Items were thrown at officers following the match between Cliftonville and Dungannon Swifts at Windsor Park stadium in Belfast. Advertisement Two people were arrested for disorderly behaviour and a juvenile was detained for possession of a flare after the Swifts won their first Irish Cup in a 4-3 penalty shootout following a 1-1 draw after extra time. Belfast Chief Inspector Mark Conway said: 'Whilst the majority of football fans attending yesterday's Irish Cup Final behaved in a peaceful manner, a small minority chose to engage in criminal activity, resulting in public disorder in the vicinity of Broadway Roundabout at approximately 5.30pm. 'Items were thrown at police and at least eight officers were injured during the course of the policing operation, although all remained on duty. 'Police remained in the area to monitor the situation and prevent any further escalation. Advertisement 'Five cautions were also issued for possession of fireworks and will be followed up with reports to the Public Prosecution service. 'The vast majority of fans were there to enjoy the match, however we will not tolerate disruption, disorder or criminal behaviour of any kind. 'As always we will continue to work with football clubs to address any criminal activity linked to people attending matches and ensure that supporters are kept safe.' Meanwhile, a man has been arrested after a teenager was stabbed at the Glenavon Football and Athletic Club in Lurgan, police said. Advertisement Police received a report of a stabbing incident in the early hours of Sunday. An 18-year-old man has been arrested and remains in custody. A PSNI detective sergeant said: 'We received a report of a stabbing just after midnight this morning. 'An 18-year-old man was subsequently taken to hospital for treatment to serious head injuries. Advertisement 'We know there were a lot of people in the club around the time of the incident, so we are asking for anyone who might have information that could help us with our inquiries to call police on 101.' Reports can also be made online via or to Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.
Irish Times
04-05-2025
- Irish Times
Eight officers injured and three arrested after Irish Cup final disorder
Eight police officers were injured and three people arrested during disorder after the Irish Cup Final on Saturday, police have said. Items were thrown at officers following the match between Cliftonville and Dungannon Swifts at Windsor Park stadium in Belfast . Two people were arrested for disorderly behaviour and a juvenile was detained for possession of a flare after the Swifts won their first Irish Cup in a 4-3 penalty shootout following a 1-1 draw after extra time. Belfast chief inspector Mark Conway said: 'Whilst the majority of football fans attending yesterday's Irish Cup Final behaved in a peaceful manner, a small minority chose to engage in criminal activity, resulting in public disorder in the vicinity of Broadway Roundabout at approximately 5.30pm. READ MORE 'Items were thrown at police and at least eight officers were injured during the course of the policing operation, although all remained on duty. 'Police remained in the area to monitor the situation and prevent any further escalation. 'Five cautions were also issued for possession of fireworks and will be followed up with reports to the Public Prosecution service. 'The vast majority of fans were there to enjoy the match, however we will not tolerate disruption, disorder or criminal behaviour of any kind. 'As always we will continue to work with football clubs to address any criminal activity linked to people attending matches and ensure that supporters are kept safe.' Meanwhile, a man has been arrested after a teenager was stabbed at the Glenavon Football and Athletic Club in Lurgan, police said. Police received a report of a stabbing incident in the early hours of Sunday. An 18-year-old man has been arrested and remains in custody. A PSNI detective sergeant said: 'We received a report of a stabbing just after midnight this morning. 'An 18-year-old man was subsequently taken to hospital for treatment to serious head injuries. 'We know there were a lot of people in the club around the time of the incident, so we are asking for anyone who might have information that could help us with our inquiries to call police on 101.' Reports can also be made online via or to Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111. - PA
Irish Post
04-05-2025
- Irish Post
Eight officers injured in Irish Cup Final disturbances
THE PSNI has said eight of its officers were injured in disturbances after the Irish Cup Final on Saturday. Three people, including one youngster, were arrested in relation to the disorder, which followed Dungannon's penalty shootout victory over Cliftonville. Several others were issued with cautions following the game at Belfast's Windsor Park ground. "Whilst the majority of football fans attending yesterday's Irish Cup Final behaved in a peaceful manner, a small minority chose to engage in criminal activity, resulting in public disorder in the vicinity of Broadway Roundabout at approximately 5.30pm," said Belfast City Chief Inspector Mark Conway. "Items were thrown at police and at least eight officers were injured during the course of the policing operation, although all remained on duty. "Police remained in the area to monitor the situation and prevent any further escalation. "Three arrests were made in total, including two for disorderly behaviour, and one arrest of a juvenile for possession of a flare. "Five cautions were also issued for possession of fireworks and will be followed up with reports to the Public Prosecution Service. "The vast majority of fans were there to enjoy the match however we will not tolerate disruption, disorder or criminal behaviour of any kind. "As always we will continue to work with football clubs to address any criminal activity linked to people attending matches and ensure that supporters are kept safe." In a separate incident, police are investigating reports of a stabbing at a Co. Armagh football club. An 18-year-old man was taken to hospital with serious head injuries following the incident at Glenavon Football and Athletic Club in the early hours of this morning. Police said an 18-year-old man has been arrested and remains in custody. See More: Irish Cup Final
The Irish Sun
04-05-2025
- The Irish Sun
Three arrested after Irish Cup Final disorder in Belfast as eight PSNI cops attacked
THREE people have been arrested after the disorder occurred during the Irish Cup Final at the National Stadium in Belfast yesterday. During the Cliftonville and Dungannon Swifts match, it was reported that items were thrown at police officers. Some eight officers were injured during the course of the policing operation. Three arrests were made during the disorder, with two for "disorderly behaviour" while the other was an arrest of a juvenile for "possession of a flare". Five cautions were also issued for the possession of fireworks, which will be followed up with reports to the Public Prosecution Service. READ MORE ON NEWS Police remained in the area to maintain the situation and prevent any further escalation during the Mark Conway, 'Items were thrown at police and at least eight officers were injured during the course of the policing operation, although all remained on duty. "Police remained in the area to monitor the situation and prevent any further escalation. Most read in Irish News 'Three arrests were made in total, including two for disorderly behaviour, and one arrest of a juvenile for possession of a flare. 'Five cautions were also issued for possession of fireworks and will be followed up with reports to the Public Prosecution service. PSNI chief slams 'hateful and criminal behaviour' from 'far-right' 'thugs' in Belfast 'The vast majority of fans were there to enjoy the match however we will not tolerate disruption, disorder or criminal behaviour of any kind. "As always we will continue to work with football clubs to address any criminal activity linked to people attending matches and ensure that supporters are kept safe." STABBING INCIDENT Separately, an urgent appeal has been issued for witnesses following a stabbing at the Glenavon Football and Athletic Club in Lurgan, Co The police received a report of the stabbing incident just after midnight this morning. Arriving at the scene, the 18-year-old man was taken to the An 18-year-old man has been arrested and remains in custody. Detective Sergeant Stewart said: "We know there were a lot of people in the Club around the time of the incident, so are asking for anyone who might have information that could help us with our enquiries to call police on 101, quoting reference 04 of 04/05/25." A report can also be made online using their non-emergency reporting form on the PSNI website. Alternatively, they can contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 or online on their official Crimestoppers website. 1 The PSNI have arrested three men over the disorder incident Credit: PA:Press Association
