Man Jailed After Hurling Bricks At Police During Southport Riots

A man who threw bricks at police during the Southport riots has been jailed for his violent actions.

Man Jailed After Hurling Bricks At Police During Southport Riots
Man Jailed After Hurling Bricks At Police During Southport Riots

Scott Brooks went from Wigan to Southport. He joined the violent events from last summer. Brooks is 38 and lives on Francis Street. The court jailed Brooks for his actions.

CCTV showed him throwing a brick. The brick hit a female police officer. Violence started after three girls died. The stabbings happened the day before. Their names were Elsie, Bebe, and Alice.

Police have arrested 176 people so far. They charged 135 of them with crimes. The courts sentenced 112 people already. Their sentences add up to 216 years. Brooks admitted his guilt in court.

Brooks encouraged others on Sussex Road. He threw many things at the police. The brick knocked an officer down. She hurt her leg. Brooks was arrested later on. He faced charges for his violent behavior.

A Manchester man, age 30, was arrested on Wednesday. He is suspected of violent disorder. A 12-year-old from Wirral got arrested Tuesday. He may have been violent in Liverpool. The event took place in August. He’s now under investigation by the police.

A detective said they pursue justice. They hold accountable those disrupting communities. People who traveled there face consequences. Police keep finding more people. Abhorrent behavior damaged communities. Police are committed to bringing everyone to court.

Police advise others to turn themselves in now. Call 101 to give information about crimes. You can also use Crimestoppers and stay anonymous. The number is 0800 555 111. Police post images on X and Facebook too. Check their website for updates on suspects.

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