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In Ballymena, a man has been taken into custody on charges related to an incident where slurry was dispersed on the streets, a situation being investigated as a hate crime by the authorities. The discovery of slurry on various roads within the town, including Greenvale Street, was made at 02:55 BST on a Saturday. The suspect, a 19-year-old male, was apprehended in the Granville Drive vicinity based on allegations of criminal damage and the possession of a blade. As of now, he is being held by the police.
Following the distressing episode, local businesses and individuals affected have united in a cooperative effort to clean up the affected areas on Saturday morning. Meanwhile, preparations for Ballymena’s inaugural pride march, scheduled for the same afternoon, have been ongoing. The parade, slated to kick off at 14:00 BST, is expected to culminate at Greenvale Street, making it a significant occasion for the community.
In response to the despicable act, various politicians and officials have voiced their opinions on various social media platforms. Justice Minister Naomi Long expressed her dismay, condemning the individuals responsible for the hateful act of spreading slurry on the town’s streets. In a message of solidarity to Ballymena Pride, she highlighted the importance of love prevailing over hate in challenging times. Additionally, Alliance MLA Sian Mulholland emphasized that such behavior has no place in society, especially when attempting to disrupt or intimidate those participating in an event promoting love, identity, and community.
Echoing the sentiments of condemnation, SDLP councillor Denise Johnston expressed her disappointment at the targeted attack on the LGBTQ+ community in Ballymena. Furthermore, Scott Cuthbertson from the Rainbow Project labeled the perpetrators as “disgusting bigots”, while thanking local businesses for their support in cleaning up the mess. Despite the hate-filled actions, the message remains clear – pride will always persevere
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