The PSNI has condemned attacks on police after a man arrested in Newtownards on Wednesday morning allegedly attacked three officers during an arrest.
Police said the 20-year-old had been arrested following a “proactive search” in the Victoria Avenue area of the town.
They said the man had been arrested following patrols in the area and was detained in order to carry out a drug search.
Police said the man “became violent” while speaking to officers and was arrested for three counts of assault on police and also arrested for possession of controlled drugs when officers located class B and C drugs on him.
They confirmed he remains in police custody at present.
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PSNI Superintendent Johnston McDowell said: “Whilst in attendance, three officers sustained minor injuries after being assaulted by this individual. This is not acceptable, and I must reiterate the message that assaults on police will not be tolerated.
“We continue to appeal to anyone who witnesses anything unusual, or out of the ordinary, particularly where drugs may be concerned, to call us on 101 or if it’s an emergency, call 999. Your information can and does make a difference.”
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