Three police officers injured in disorder in Derry
Two officers were struck by masonry, while a third was hit by a firework
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Three police officers have been injured during disorder in Londonderry.
Fireworks and masonry were thrown at officers in the Nailors Row area of the city between 21:30 BST and midnight on Monday.
Two officers were struck by masonry, while a third was hit by a firework, the police said.
Two teenagers were arrested on suspicion of riotous behaviour and have both been released on bail pending further enquiries.
An 18-year-old and a 13-year-old boy were detained by police who have confirmed that the disorder was not racially motivated.
Videos, which were widely circulated on social media, showed a number of youths gathering near the city's walls.
A number of fireworks could be seen being directed towards officers close to a line of police vehicles.
Videos showed a number of youths gathering near the city's walls
The SDLP Foyle MLA Mark H Durkan has condemned the disorder calling it "disheartening" and said those behind it were "terrorising their own community".
"We have seen anti-social behaviour involving young people in this area in the past and those involved are risking a criminal record and their own future in the process," he added.