‘Sickening attack’ on graves in Derry's City Cemetery condemned

Graves in Derry's City Cemetery have been damaged by vandals.

A number of grave were damaged in the overnight attack.

Sinn Féin MLA Pádraig Delargy said reports that graves have been vandalised in the city cemetery is ‘sickening and disrespectful’. 

The Foyle MLA said: “I am shocked and dismayed at reports of damage to graves in the City Cemetery this morning. 

“I have received calls from grieving families who have arrived at the resting place of their loved one to see it damaged and vandalised. 

“This is a sickening and vile attack and a disgraceful act carried out by people who clearly have absolutely no respect. 

“Those responsible should stop now. 

“I would urge anyone with information on these attacks to report it to the police.”