THE Royal Gibraltar Police has launched a blistering broadside after three officers were assaulted and left requiring medical treatment by a bottle-wielding mob.
A violent incident in Laguna Estate last night left the cops with facial injuries that required medical attention.
A spokesman condemned the violence, stating: “It is appalling that three of our officers were assaulted whilst doing their job last night.
“Assaults on police must not be tolerated as simply being part of the job.”
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The incident unfolded around 8.20pm when officers responded to reports of a disturbance at a residence in the housing estate.
Upon arrival they were confronted by a man wielding a bottle, who was subsequently arrested on suspicion of assault.
However it did little to calm the situation, as a number of other individuals allegedly joined in the fray by attacking the officers.
A total of four arrests were made at the scene, including a 54-year-old local woman for alleged assault on police and violent disorder.
An 18-year-old woman was detained on suspicion of breach of the peace, violent disorder, and disorderly conduct in a police station.
A 21-year-old man faces multiple charges including violent disorder, resisting police, criminal damage, and assault on police.
The fourth arrest involved a 26-year-old woman who was also held on suspicion of assaulting police and violent disorder.
A police body-worn camera was also damaged.
The RGP spokesman added: “We would like to thank these officers for their professionalism and efforts whilst dealing with a difficult situation last night.
“It can be a challenging job at times and we are lucky to have these officers.”
Police have confirmed that an investigation into the incident is ongoing.
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