Judge Delays Sentencing of 12-Year-Old Involved in Riots Due to Mother's Holiday

Mother's absence for Ibiza trip prompts court to summon her for explanation, delaying son's sentencing for violent disorder.

Judge Joanne Hirst expressed astonishment at the mother's decision to travel during her son's court date.
The 12-year-old had admitted to participating in mob violence in Manchester in July and August.
Incidents included attacking a bus and vandalizing a vape shop and police van.
The boy's uncle attended court in place of his mother, who is required to appear on September 11.
The judge emphasized the importance of parental presence in such serious cases.