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Hundreds Charged in Widespread UK Disorder

Recent unrest across England and Northern Ireland leads to numerous arrests and significant jail sentences.

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Overview

  • A total of 460 individuals have appeared in court on charges related to the disorder.
  • David Wilkinson received the longest sentence so far, jailed for six years for violent disorder and racially aggravated crimes.
  • Charges include violent disorder, burglary, and stirring up racial hatred, with some facing the more serious charge of riot.
  • The majority of those charged are males aged between 18 and 30, with 95% of adult defendants being male.
  • Many of the incidents involved attacks on police, minorities, and properties, with some suspects denied bail and held on remand.