POLICE are appealing for information following two hate crime incidents in the North Belfast area.

Sergeant Nick Williams, Neighbourhood Policing Team says: “Shortly after 11 pm last night, Friday 17 January a resident in the Crumlin Road area reported that the front window of her home had been smashed by a brick.

“Just after the incident, a car was heard speeding away.

“Within minutes of this incident another resident reported that paint had been thrown at the front of her home, causing substantial damage, again a vehicle was heard speeding off.

“Thankfully no-one was injured in either of these incidents.

“I would appeal to anyone who may have witnessed anyone acting suspiciously in the area or noticed a car speeding off from the area around 11 pm to contact police at Tennent Street on 101.

“Alternatively information can be provided anonymously to independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111”.