Police in south Belfast have made two arrests in connection with a recent racially-motivated hate crime.
It comes after officers responded to a report that a man and woman were causing a disturbance at business premises in the Donegall Place area on Tuesday.
It was alleged that the man had been racially abusive towards a staff member, and the woman also behaved in a threatening and aggressive manner towards staff.
PSNI chief inspector Mark Conway said: “The suspects made off from the scene and were detained a short time later by officers in the Fountain Street area.
“A man aged 22 and woman aged 41 were both arrested on suspicion of disorderly behaviour.
“The woman was later released from custody following questioning whilst the man remains in custody at this time.
“All racially-motivated hate crimes are treated seriously and we investigate every report we receive as we seek to ensure that those responsible are held to account for their actions.
“We will do everything we can as a Police Service to ensure that everyone, no matter what their background, feels safe in their community, free from the fear of attacks motivated by hate.
“I would encourage anyone with concerns to speak to us by calling 101, or 999 in an emergency.”
