Ash condemns use of 'Intimidating' posters

The use of intimidating posters in the Strabane and Castlederg Areas targeting the PSNI has been condemned by Derg Area SDLP Candidate Marie Ash, and has called on Strabane District Council and Councillors to take immediate action to have them removed.   

The posters have been erected in recent weeks targeting those who wish to provide the PSNI with information in relation to criminal acts.

Speaking on the matter Mrs Ash said "I believe it is time all local councillors in the Derg District, along with Strabane District Council, to represent their people and to do something about the removal of the inappropriate posters which have been erected in Castlederg, Aghyaran and the wider Strabane area."

"Having spoken to a number of local residents in these areas over the last few weeks and they are angered by seeing this type of intimidating material up in their community. One of these posters was on a building that had just been refurbished with the new dereliction fund. The paint had not even dried when one of these posters appeared!"   

"One local mother said while shopping in Castlederg last week she was questioned by her 8 year old what these posters meant, she told me she was very stuck for words on how to explain it. I, as a mother myself, believe it is totally unacceptable for our children to be exposed to this tactic of the past. The PSNI provide an invaluable service to our communities and keep us safe from crime. I am calling on Strabane District Council to show leadership and take action to have these posters removed."