A 29-YEAR-OLD MAN has been arrested on suspicion of attempted murder after a rapid transit bus, known as a Glider, was set on fire in Belfast earlier this month.

The alleged offences, which include arson endangering life with intent and riot, took place during a period of deep unrest in Belfast after a knife attack on Stephen Ogilvie.

The man charged in connection with the attack is currently before the courts.

Mr Ogilvie was attacked on 8 June. Serious riots occurred over the next few nights in the city. 

The man arrested today is accused of committing the alleged offences on the evening of 9 June in the McMaster Street area of Belfast.

He remains in police custody. Anyone with information or footage is asked the contact the PSNI.