A teenage boy has been sentenced in connection with the far-right riot in Bristol. The 15-year-old, who cannot be named because of his age, pleaded guilty to violent disorder and assaulting an emergency worker following the ugly scenes which unfolded in the city centre on Saturday, August 3.
Bristol Youth Court heard how he was “a constant participant” of the “violent mob” on that day. He wore a balaclava and threw objects towards police officers and members of the public. Footage also showed him kicking an officer.
The 15-year-old was handed a 12-month intensive referral order earlier today, Tuesday, October 1. The order will require him to work with the youth justice service and a programme of rehabilitation and education work.
Detective Chief Inspector Tom Herbert said: “The judge has made the seriousness of his offending absolutely clear. It was completely unacceptable and it’s right that he’s been sentenced today for it.
“I hope he uses these next 12 months as an opportunity to reflect on his behaviour on that day and the impact it has had on our communities in Bristol.”
Avon and Somerset Police said: “He is the 25th person to be sentenced for their involvement in the August disorder. A total of 52 people have been arrested and 43 have been charged in the subsequent investigation.”
For the full list of far-right protesters jailed, arrested, or wanted by police after the Castle Park riot, click here.