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Ballymena: Houses set on fire in disorder triggered by alleged sex assault

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People wearing masks threw masonry and other missiles at police in Ballymena .

Two teenage boys appeared before Coleraine Magistrates' Court accused of sexually assaulting a teenage girl.

Justice Minister Naomi Long said she was "absolutely appalled by the disturbing scenes" Hundreds of people took part in a peaceful march hours after the court appearance.