Mr Tennyson has said: “It is completely unacceptable that another community policing meeting in the local area has been disrupted and targeted by anti-PSNI thugs.

“This is a clear attempt at causing intimidation to both local residents and the PSNI. Both engage positively with each other to help make their communities better for everyone so this disruption will not deter them from continuing to do so.

“The fear and division these thugs seek to sow is in stark contrast to the local people of Craigavon who want to move towards a shared and inclusive future and the people responsible for this sinister act do not speak for or represent them.

“Alliance stands fully in support of the PSNI, its officers and staff, who place themselves at risk every day to protect everyone in our society. We will continue working to support them in their efforts to build a service which is diverse and representative of our entire community.”