Jordanian Paralympians quizzed over sex assault in Northern Ireland

Three members of the Jordanian Paralympic squad have been questioned by police in Northern Ireland on suspicion of indecent assault.

The three, all men, were detained in Antrim, where several Paralympic teams are finishing preparations for the start of the London 2012 games next week.

Police in Belfast confirmed today that the three have been detained.

It is understood they were taken in for questioning by detectives yesterday afternoon.

PA