ALBAWABA- Violent riots continue to erupt in various parts of the UK, six days after the Southport stabbings that sparked a wave of misinformation. The unrest, involving far-right and anti-immigrant groups, has led to over 100 arrests nationwide.
Yesterday alone, more than 90 people were detained in towns and cities across the country. Authorities are bracing for at least five more protests today, as violent demonstrations persist.
In Rotherham, a masked group attacked a hotel, smashing windows, while in Bolton, police have been granted additional powers under Section 60 and Section 60AA to stop and search individuals and require the removal of face coverings.
The government is considering the introduction of 24-hour courts to expedite the legal process for those involved in the riots.
Prime Minister Keir Starmer condemned the disorder, emphasizing that "this is violence, not protest." He assured the public that participants in these violent acts "will face the full force of the law" and expressed solidarity with targeted communities, particularly Muslims.
Starmer strongly condemned what he describes as "far-right thuggery," assuring that the government remains resolute in its response. He conveyed a clear message that such riots will not be tolerated.
In Liverpool, the chaos continued overnight, resulting in injuries to police officers. In Middlesbrough, several arrests were made after rioters breached police barriers, forcing local businesses to close.
Shadow Home Secretary James Cleverly, running for Conservative Party leadership, also condemned the violence, insisting there is "no excuse" for such behavior and that those involved should be met with "the full weight of the law."
Notably, a British judge debunked misinformation and revealed the identity of the Southport children's stabbing suspect last Friday. The disclosure aimed to counter widespread misinformation that falsely attributed the attack to a Muslim or illegal immigrant.
British authorities have revealed the identity of the suspect behind the tragic children's massacre in Southport, northern England in an unexpected disclosure.
The alleged perpetrator, Axel Rudakobana, a 17-year-old of Rwandan Christian descent, has been charged with three counts of murder and ten counts of attempted murder.
British judge debunks misinformation and reveals identity of Southport children's stabbing suspectThe disclosure, made by Judge Andrew Menary KC during a hearing at Liverpool Crown Court, aims to counter widespread misinformation that falsely attributed the attack to a Muslim or illegal immigrant.
Judge Menary lifted the usual anonymity protections for underage suspects, stating that the decision was necessary to prevent further public unrest and misinformation.
