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Police officer escapes injury after firework directed at them in Londonderry
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A police officer narrowly avoided injury in Londonderry after a firework was discharged at officers responding to reports of anti-social behaviour in the Nailors Road area. Local representatives and the Police Service of Northern Ireland have raised concerns regarding ongoing issues with groups of youths engaging in vandalism, intimidation, and trespassing in the Bogside area.
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- A firework was set off at police officers responding to reports of a large group of youths gathering in the Nailors Road area of Londonderry at around 16:30 BST on Sunday.
- No police officers were injured during the incident.
- Sinn Féin councillor Aisling Hutton reported recent anti-social behaviour including vandalism, targeting other young people, trespassing in gardens, and trying house doors.
- Local residents are experiencing significant stress and anxiety due to the actions of a small minority of young people.
- The PSNI has urged the public to report anti-social behaviour at the earliest opportunity and stated they are working with partners to address the issues.