Two PSNI officers arrested by the anti-corruption unit

The unit is investigating alleged misconduct in public office.

Two Police Service of Northern Ireland officers have been arrested by the police's anti-corruption unit.

The two officers were arrested on Thursday morning within the Greater Belfast area. Police say they have been arrested as part of an ongoing investigation into alleged misconduct in public office.

The officers are being questioned and are aiding detectives with their enquiries.

A Police Service of Northern Ireland spokesperson said: "Detectives from the police service’s anti-corruption unit have this morning, Thursday 23rd June, arrested two male serving police officers within the greater Belfast Area. They have been arrested as part of an ongoing investigation into misconduct in public office. They are currently assisting officers with their enquiries."