John Finucane MP@johnfinucane
There is understandable disgust & revulsion at the horrific attempted murder that took place last night. I share that revulsion.
But the scenes we are witnessing tonight, family homes attacked, cars burnt, damaged infrastructure & parts of our community in flames, are shameful & disgraceful.
No one has the right to spread fear, terrorise innocent families or unleash lawless disorder on our streets.
I spent today on the ground in north Belfast, & the message from local residents was clear: the focus must remain on supporting the victim, standing with his family & ensuring the perpetrator is brought to justice.
The actions of those who are destroying their own communities are totally unacceptable.
It is clear that the horrendous attack last night is being used to whip up fear, division & hatred.
That must be called out.