Men arrested over UVF membership
Detectives investigating the intimidation of catholic families in east Belfast have made two arrests.
The men, aged 37 and 40 have been detained under the Terrorism act on suspicion of membership of a proscribed organisation which police have named as the UVF.
A number of families recently had to leave their homes in Cantrell close after they were threatened.
Detective Chief Inspector Gary Reid said: “Detectives from Criminal Investigation Branch have today arrested two men in East Belfast under the Terrorism Act on suspicion of membership of a proscribed organisation, namely the UVF.
“The men, aged 37 and 40, have been taken to Musgrave Serious Crime Suite where they are currently helping police with their enquiries.
“Police are continuing to investigate the intimidation of families in Cantrell Close and the Chief Constable has recently said he believes the UVF are responsible for this.
"Today’s arrests are part of our ongoing investigation into the UVF in East Belfast, including the intimidation of families in Cantrell Close."