Youths throw petrol bombs at PSNI Land Rover in Creggan

Masked youths threw a number of missiles at a Land Rover at the corner of Linsfort Drive and Iniscarn Road shortly after 2pm on Easter Monday afternoon.

The Police Service of Northern Ireland (PSNI) were in the area as a republican Easter commemoration that had not been notified to the Parades Commission was taking place nearby.

"Our officers have come under attack in Creggan with petrol bombs and other objects thrown at their vehicle while in attendance at an un-notified Easter parade.

"No injuries have been reported at this time. We would appeal for calm,” the PSNI said.

Young people also set fire to a couple of wheelie bins at the top of Eastway.

The PSNI said: “Drivers are advised of debris on the road, at the top of Eastway at the roundabout in Creggan. Please drive with care.”

A police helicopter was deployed over the city during Monday afternoon.