DETECTIVES from PSNI’s Criminal Investigation Branch and Paramilitary Crime Task Force, investigating a UVF show of strength in the Pitt Park area of east Belfast last month have arrested three men this morning.

The men, aged 19, 33 and 46 were arrested on suspicion of terrorism, and other related offences.

Detective Chief Superintendent John McVea said: “Our investigation into the gathering at Pitt Park and activities linked to east Belfast UVF is continuing, and today’s arrests were conducted under the Terrorism Act.

“Those arrested will now be questioned in Musgrave Street Serious Crime Suite.

“I would continue to appeal to anyone in the community who has information or footage regarding the incident or criminality in the area, to contact the police.”