Ballymena has been engulfed in a wave of violent unrest over the past few nights, following incidents allegedly connected to a sexual assault. The situation has prompted anti-immigrant riots that have spiraled into chaos, with rioters attacking police, torching homes, and causing extensive damage to local properties, including a leisure center. Reports indicate that onlookers feel unsafe, and many families, particularly immigrants, have fled the area amid fears for their safety. Local leaders have condemned the violence, describing the attacks as racially motivated and driven by pure racism, while police have employed water cannons to disperse crowds. As the unrest continues, residents and officials alike are concerned about the future stability of the community and the enduring nature of these tensions.