Boy, 12, due in court charged with riotous behaviour

A 12-year-old boy is due to appear in court next month on charges relating to serious public disorder in Londonderry last night during which police were attacked with petrol bombs.
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"Police investigating disorder in the Moss Park area of Londonderry on Thursday 23rd May have charged a 12-year -old boy with possessing an article with intent to damage property and riotous behaviour. He is due to appear at Londonderry Magistrates' Court on Tuesday 18th June," a PSNI spokesperson said.

"As is normal procedure all charges are reviewed by the PPS."The spokesperson added that two 16-year-old boys arrested in connection with the disorder have been released on bail pending further police enquiries.