'Reckless attack': Petrol bombs thrown at police car in Co Tyrone

Police in Northern Ireland have reported that a police car was attacked with petrol bombs in Co Tyrone. The incident occurred in the Ballycolman Estate area of Strabane shortly after 5pm on Saturday. According to police, three masked males dressed in black each threw a petrol bomb at the passenger side of the vehicle as it passed.

Chief Inspector Cherith Craig described the attack as 'totally reckless' and noted it took place in a built-up residential area. She said that while only minor damage was caused to the vehicle, the incident could have resulted in serious injuries to the officers or nearby members of the public. No injuries have been reported.

Craig added that officers are there to help and respond to calls to assist those in need. She stated that attacks on police are unacceptable and must not be tolerated. An investigation is under way.

Police have appealed for anyone with information that could assist their inquiries to contact police in Strabane on 101, quoting reference number 1073 10/10/26. The attack has been widely condemned as reckless.