>On Saturday, police were confronted by a “large-scale disturbance” involving up to 80 people.
>Mr Murphy said officers were allegedly assaulted as they tried to disperse the crowd.
>“That subsequently led to the (alleged) assault of four off-duty police who were walking home,” Mr Murphy said.
>During their walk, the four off-duty police officers – three women and a man – were allegedly approached from behind by a group of about 20 male youths who proceeded to assault them.
>One of the female off-duty officers was pulled to the ground and had her bag allegedly stolen.
>Another woman was allegedly punched in the face and kicked before her mobile phone was taken.
>The male off-duty officer was also punched and kicked.
