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06 Sept 2025

Police deal with disorder following Derry City's clash with Shelbourne

Violent scenes took place inside the stadium which were followed by further disorder outside the stadium

Police deal with disorder following Derry City's clash with Shelbourne

Police in Derry dealt with public disorder, at a football match at the Lone Moor Road area of the city on Friday, November 1.

Derry City & Strabane Chief Inspector Luke Moyne said: “Just before kick-off, a number of flares were set off by both sets of fans.

"As the game finished, violent scenes took place inside the stadium which were followed by further disorder outside the stadium.

"The area is now calm and a policing operations remains in place.

“Thankfully, there were no reports of any serious injuries. As part of our investigation into tonight’s disorder, footage obtained by our evidence gathering team will be used to help to identify those offenders.

“We would appeal to anyone with any information or who may have witnessed this evening’s disorder to contact police on 101. You can also make a report online via www.psni.police.uk/makeareport 

"Alternatively, information can be provided to Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 or online at www.crimestoppers-uk.org .”

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