MAN AND GIRL ARRESTED OVER ASSAULT INCIDENT IN SOUTH BELFAST

TWO people have been arrested over a south Belfast bust up.

Police say a man in his 20s and a 17-year-old girl were arrested following a fight in Botanic Gardens in south Belfast on Thursday afternoon.

Police were called to the scene shortly before 4pm and the arrests were made.

The man, aged 25, is suspected of assault causing actual bodily harm.

The teenage girl is suspected of common assault.

Both remain in custody at Musgrave PSNI station helping police with their enquiries.

PSNI Sergeant King said: “We are aware that there may have been other assaults in the area today and are appealing for witnesses, or anyone with footage, to contact 101.

“Or, if someone would prefer to provide information without giving their details, they can contact the independent charity Crimestoppers and speak to them anonymously on 0800 555 111.”

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