12-Year-Old Sentenced for Role in UK Riots Following Fatal Stabbings

The boy, who threw stones at police, received a curfew and referral order after violent disorder erupted in Southport.

The 12-year-old boy admitted to violent disorder after participating in riots in Southport on July 31.
Riots broke out following the stabbing deaths of three young girls at a dance class, leading to false rumors about the suspect's immigration status.
The boy was sentenced to a three-month curfew and a 12-month referral order, requiring him to attend a rehabilitative program.
His father received a six-month parenting order and was ordered to pay £285 in costs and compensation.
The riots, which spread to multiple cities, resulted in over 1,000 arrests and more than 800 charges, with 93 police officers injured.