Arrest after suspicious device thrown into Belfast Islamic Center during evening prayers
In his prayers on Friday evening, a man is held on suspicion of committing a suspicious hate crime after being thrown from a window of the Belfast Islamic Center.
Local politicians quickly condemned the “coward” attack, emphasizing that individuals should feel safe in worship. Northern Ireland Secretary Hilary Benn expressed his deep concerns by describing the action as “shameful”.
“This kind of hatred has no place in Northern Ireland. If there is any information about it, please contact PSNI,” he said.
Police, around 10.10 after receiving a report on Friday night, Southern Belfast’deki University Yolu said they participated in a security warning.
A 34 -year -old man was arrested and detained under the law of terrorism.
“The police reported that an object was thrown from a window on a property in the university road area of the city at 22.10 on Friday, June 20, Anth.
“Officers investigated and realized the building where a suspicious device was discovered.
“Ammunition technical officers joined and examined the object that was determined as applicable and removed for judicial examination since then.
“A 34 -year -old man was arrested within the scope of the Law of Terrorism at the scene and the police are in custody at the moment. Although the suspect was arrested within the scope of the Law of Terrorism, it is important to emphasize that the cause of the attack has not yet been determined.
De Retted detectives from the serious criminal branch are currently working at PACE and they are investigating a number of potential motivating factors, including the possibility of having a hate crime.
“Currently, no other person is wanted in connection with the attack.”
The alliance for South Belfast Paula Bradshaw condemned the attack that “South Belfast did not reflect the diversity in 2025”.
“This attack was designed to cause fear among the people in the praying center at that time.
“Nevertheless, I am grateful for the intervention of the passing road and the police to work.
“I want to express my solidarity with everyone who has evacuated and thank everyone who works to ensure their safety.”
Sinn Fein Mla Deirdre Hargey, “Nobody should feel insecure in places of worship,” he said.
Buluş Acting with hatred with hatred, fear and division spreads like this, and targets people who aim to build a life for our communities and call it home.
“It is very important for all political leaders to speak and unite against this disgusting behavior.”
Aine Groogan, a member of the Green Party Assembly, condemned the attack as a “cowardly and vicious action ..
“I was horrified for hearing the attack on the Islamic Center during the evening prayers,” he said.
“I want to pay tribute to the passing person who intervenes and prevents that there may be a much more tragic result.
“I hope that thinking about what might happen is terrible and sincerely survived this traumatic ordeal.”
“This attack is another reminder of the real danger faced by our Islamic community. Racist hatred on our streets and the last increase in violence is a shame in our society.
“We all have to take responsibility to actively challenge racism, misinformation and bigotry wherever someone appears seriously before hurting.
He invites politicians who continue to hide behind the concept of ‘legitimate concerns’ in the vicinity of migration to think about the consequences of his words.
“Such narratives are not as uncomfortable as they are dangerous. They help to develop a culture in which hate can develop. Frankly, they should know better.”
At that time, anyone who is in the region or who may have information is asked to contact the authorities on 101 and the reference number 1808 20/06/25 is quoted.
A report can also be sent online using non -emergency reporting form on the PSNI website, or users can contact Crimestoppers anonymously from 0800 555 111 or online.
