Petrol and paint bomb attacks on Clifton Street Orange Hall

POLICE in north Belfast are investigating after a sectarian attack on Clifton Street Orange Hall last night.

Just after 10 pm a petrol bomb was thrown at the front of the hall causing minor damage.

Republican youths also threw paint bomb at the building.

Police also came under attack from approximately 20 youths throwing sticks and stones.

Inspector Roy Watton said, “This is being investigated as a sectarian hate crime.

“I appeal to anyone who may have been in the area and witnessed the incident around 10 pm to contact police on the non -emergency number 101.

“Alternatively information may be passed on anonymously via the Crimestoppers number 0800 555 111.”