Rotherham Riot Participant Dies in Prison Amid Investigation

Peter Lynch, serving a two-year sentence for violent disorder, was found dead at HMP Moorland, prompting an inquiry by the Prisons and Probation Ombudsman.

Peter Lynch, 61, was jailed for his role in anti-immigration riots in Rotherham, where he was charged with violent disorder and abusing police officers.
Lynch was known for carrying a placard accusing various authorities of corruption and shouting provocative remarks during the riot.
He suffered from multiple health issues, including diabetes and heart problems, and had recently experienced a heart attack prior to his death.
The riots resulted in significant damage to a Holiday Inn Express, with crowds attempting to break in and set parts of the building on fire.
Over 1,500 arrests have been made in connection with the summer riots, leading to a prison overcrowding crisis and the introduction of an early release scheme for eligible inmates.