‘My kids are crying’: list of targeted addresses stokes fears across Belfast
Summary
Violence has erupted in Belfast, targeting immigrant communities. A list of addresses of homes where immigrants live spread on social media, causing fear and forcing some residents to consider leaving the city.Key Facts
- A list of addresses of houses shared by immigrants was circulated widely on social media in Belfast.
- The targeted homes are spread across many streets in the city.
- Immigrant residents, including refugees from Eritrea and Syria, feel unsafe and some plan to leave Belfast.
- Violent attacks occurred over two nights, including attempts to attack a hotel housing asylum seekers.
- Minority ethnic families have been forced out of their homes, with businesses looted and burned, and vehicles set on fire.
- One Syrian family's supermarket was destroyed by fire during the violence.
- Children from immigrant families are frightened and reluctant to return home or go to school.
- Community members are trying to support and protect their neighbors amidst the unrest.
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