Teen charged over abusive FB posts

An 18 year old man has been charged in connection with abusive messages sent to Arlene Foster's Facebook page.

Published 7th Jul 2017
Last updated 7th Jul 2017

The teenager is accused of the improper use of a public electronic communications’ network and will appear in court in Newry next month.

It's understood the posts were of a violent and sexual nature.

A police spokesperson said: "Police have charged an 18 year old man with the improper use of a public electronic communications’ network.

"He is due to appear at Newry Magistrates’ Court on Wednesday 2 August.

"As is normal procedure, all charges will be reviewed by the PPS."