RSF condemn Co. Armagh raids

antrim | miscellaneous | press release Tuesday June 10, 2008 23:37 by RSF-Vín - Republican Sinn Féin saoirse at iol dot ie Republican Sinn Féin, 223 Parnell St, Dublin 1 8729747

Seven members and supporters of Republican Sinn Féin (RSF) were arrested following dawn raids in Armagh City and Keady on Tuesday, 10th June.

Seven members and supporters of Republican Sinn Féin (RSF) were arrested following dawn raids in Armagh City and Keady on Tuesday, 10th June. They were taken to barracks in Newry (Ardmore), Lurgan and Armagh City. Despite claiming that the arrests were in connection with an attempted killing in Armagh, all were released by around 6:30p.m., with two released on RUC bail.

At least one of the properties was badly damaged during a lengthy raid. British forces claimed to have discovered a firearm and ammunition near a property in a shed which could easily have been accessed by anyone. A number of uniforms belonging to the local cumann of Republican Sinn Féin were also seized.

The British Colonial Police also prevented a child from going to school.

RSF Director of Publicity, Richard Walsh, said: “Once again we are reminded by the RUC that they have not changed. Homes have been destroyed and lives disrupted by the same armed British force which the Provos insist must be supported. However, true Republicans will always oppose British Crown Forces whilst English rule continues in our country.

“Republican Sinn Féin recognises the right of the Irish people to govern themselves. The denial of that right is the true crime being perpetrated against the Irish people.”