Police have confirmed that they are treating an attack on a number of new-build properties in Antrim as a "sectarian-motivated hate crime".
Upon arrival, officers had discovered that windows had been smashed and paint damage had been caused to two of the properties.Read more:Naomi Long meets grieving mum calling for tougher sentences for drug dealers "On arrival, officers noted that two windows had been smashed, and paint damage caused, at both of the properties."I want to assure the public that we take all reports of hate crime extremely seriously. We have already increased proactive patrols in the area and our neighbourhood policing team will continue to engage with local community representatives and partner agencies, to monitor any impact or concerns.