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A man has been charged following alleged vigilante behaviour in east Belfast.
The 37-year-old has been charged with common assault and theft.
He is due to appear before Belfast Magistrates’ Court on September 16.
He was released on bail to allow for further inquiries in respect of his arrest on suspicion of causing criminal damage.
Police investigating reports of alleged vigilante behaviour in east Belfast have charged a man to court.
The man, aged 37, has been charged with common assault and theft. More here: https://t.co/wGTw78cuVT pic.twitter.com/iyfyscpSOP
— Police East Belfast (@PSNIBelfastE) August 19, 2025
As is usual procedure, the charges will be reviewed by the Public Prosecution Service.
It comes after footage emerged on social media which appeared to show a group of vigilantes roaming in the area.
Police have said they are deploying additional targeted patrols in east Belfast to engage, challenge and monitor these groups and provide reassurance to the community.
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