A man has been arrested after a police officer was struck on the back of the neck with a glass bottle in Ballymena.
A number of officers were also threatened by knife-wielding man while they responded to a “concern for safety” call in the early hours of Friday morning.
PSNI arrived at the scene on in the North Street area of the town when they came under attack.
Chief Inspector Boyd said officers were “threatened with a knife by a male” and had a number of items thrown at them from a window, including plates.
“One officer was struck on the back of the neck with a glass bottle thrown from height,” they added.
“The male was subsequently arrested for assault on police, criminal damage and possession of an offensive weapon with intent to commit an indictable offence.
“He remains in custody.”
Chief Inspector Boyd said the incident highlights the risks faced by officers every day when they are doing their jobs.
“Our officers are here to help, and to respond to calls to assist those who need that help,” they added.
“Assaults on police are unacceptable and must not be tolerated.
“Thankfully, all officers involved were fit to remain on duty, but our ask is that officers and the work they do should not be taken for granted.”
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