A man from Wigan has been arrested amid ongoing investigations into last year’s violent disorder in Southport, Merseyside
This 35-year-old guy is now under suspicion for violent disorder. He’s been interviewed and released on bail while the investigation continues. So far, 167 people have been arrested, with 125 facing charges.
In total, 99 individuals have been sentenced to a whopping 198 years and four months behind bars. Detective Inspector Paula Jones mentioned that this latest arrest shows they’re serious about tracking down everyone involved in the mess.
She emphasized that the disgraceful actions of those involved won’t be tolerated in Merseyside. The police are keen to hold everyone accountable, even those who traveled to join in the chaos.
If anyone has tips or information, they’re encouraged to reach out to the police. You can contact them via @MerPolCC, call 101, or reach out anonymously through Crimestoppers at 0800 555 111. They’ve even got a gallery of people they want to talk to, so check that out if you can help.
