Three men charged after disturbance that saw firefighter injured by firework

The incident occurred at the Craigavon Bridge in Derry on Friday.
Three men charged after disturbance that saw firefighter injured by firework

By David Young, PA

Three men have been charged with disorderly behaviour following a disturbance in Derry that saw a firefighter injured by a firework.

The incident unfolded near the Craigavon Bridge on Friday.

Police and firefighters had attended the scene following a report that a number of people had climbed up a crane and erected a flag.

A crowd subsequently gathered at the scene and a firework was thrown, causing injuries to a firefighter’s leg.

The accused men, aged 22, 26 and 28, have all been charged with disorderly behaviour.

They are due to appear before Derry Magistrates’ Court on January 31st.

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