Co Tyrone: Police make arrest after hot water thrown over man at court
Detectives investigating an incident at Strabane Magistrates Court on Thursday (April 16) have made an arrest.
It was reported that a man had thrown hot water over another man, causing burn injuries to his face and upper body which required hospital treatment.
The suspect, aged 34, has been arrested on suspicion of assault occasioning actual bodily harm, attempted grievous bodily harm with intent and possession of an offensive weapon with intent. He remains in custody at this time.
Detective Inspector Ballentine said: "We continue to appeal to anyone with information, or footage which may have captured the suspect leaving the scene, to get in touch with police by calling 101, quoting reference 409 of 16/04/26.”
Alternatively, Crimestoppers can be contacted on 0800 555 111.