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Police urge restraint on social media posts

Inappropriate comments could lead to prosecution

Police are urging people to be careful with comments they post on social media.

It follows the arrest of a 55 year-old man yesterday after a post from a group called "Elite Team" was widely shared.

Police say reactions on social media can hinder their investigations and future legal proceedings.

Sergeant Andy Reid says people face possible prosecution for inappropriate commentary:

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