PSNI
One woman has been robbed and another assaulted after they were followed to a property after getting off a bus in north Belfast.
One suspect has been arrested following the incident which happened on Friday night.
The women exited a public transport vehicle in the Kinnaird Street area of the city shortly before 10.30pm – they were then followed by a male.
PSNI Sergeant Beacom said: “When trying to enter her property, the male approached and assaulted one of the women, before stealing the other victim’s handbag and making off.”
A suspect was located a short time later and arrested on suspicion of common assault and robbery.
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“While on route to custody, the man assaulted a police officer and caused damage to the interior and exterior of the police car.
“He was further arrested on suspicion of assault on police, possession of a Class A controlled drug, possession of a Class C controlled drug and criminal damage.
“He remains in custody at this time.”