Man arrested after damage caused to Belfast’s Big Fish sculpture

A 44-year-old man has been arrested by police investigating damage caused to the Big Fish sculpture in Belfast.

Police said they made the arrest after the public sculpture in the city centre was damaged in the early hours of Sunday morning.

Sergeant Kelly said: “We received a report at around 12.30am that someone had been seen causing damage to the ‘Big Fish’ sculpture in the Donegall Quay area.

“Officers attended the scene, where it was noted that significant damage had been caused to the left eye of the sculpture.

“A 44-year-old man was subsequently located nearby and arrested on suspicion of criminal damage and possessing an offensive weapon in a public place.

“He remains in police custody at this time.

“Our enquiries are ongoing and we would appeal to anyone with information to contact police using our witness appeal form.

“Alternatively, you can call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.”

In a later update on Sunday police confirmed the 44-year old man had been charged with criminal damage and possession of an offensive weapon in a public place.

He is due to appear at Belfast Magistrate’s Court on Monday, 21st September.