13-year-old boy participates in violent protest in Manchester, linked to false online claims; sentenced to referral order.

A 13-year-old boy participated in a violent protest outside a hotel in Newton Heath, Manchester, on July 31, linked to false online claims about a murder suspect. He wore a balaclava and was involved in missile throwing and assaults on police. Sentenced to a 12-month referral order, he expressed regret. Two men, Ryan Leckey and Darren Butler, received prison terms for violent disorder during the same incident, which included throwing objects and racist abuse.

September 19, 2024
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