Hockey club damaged in paint bomb attack

VANDALS have damaged Lisnagarvey Hockey Club in two separate paint bomb attacks, forcing the club to cancel matches.

Normal club activities have been disrupted following the recent incidents, which took place in August.

Paint bombs were smashed on the pitch at the club in an attack during the night of Saturday August 27 and Sunday August 28. This follows a similar attack three weeks ago.

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Police in Hillsborough have said they are investigating following the second incident of criminal damage at the hockey club on the Comber Road.

A police spokesperson said: “A number of paint bombs were smashed on the pitch overnight between 27th and 28th August causing significant damage. It follows a similar incident at the venue approximately three weeks ago.

“The incidents have caused the club to cancel matches and have disrupted normal club activities.”

Police are urging anyone who may know who is behind these attacks to contact them on 0845 600 8000.

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